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Weather & Climate in Benalla, Australia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Benalla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet.
Temperature
72°F Jan (22°C)
46°F Jul (8°C)
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 568 ft (173 m) |
| Area | 9.9 sq mi (25.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 946/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -36.5511°N, 145.9843°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
25 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Sep 25, 1996 | 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia | M4.7 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Jun 29, 2023 | 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia | M4.4 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 1996 | 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia | M4.3 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 2024 | 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia | M3.9 | 105 km | 10 km |
| May 28, 2023 | 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia | M3.8 | 150 km | 9 km |
| May 19, 1990 | 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia | M3.5 | 144 km | 5 km |
| May 21, 1994 | 5 km N of Jindera, Australia | M3.4 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Dec 16, 2001 | 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia | M3.4 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jan 22, 2002 | 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia | M3.3 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Jun 22, 2000 | 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia | M3.3 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jan 20, 2005 | 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia | M3.3 | 30 km | 19 km |
| Jan 25, 2003 | 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia | M3.2 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Jun 22, 2013 | 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia | M3.2 | 24 km | 11 km |
| Nov 22, 1991 | 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia | M3.1 | 5 km | 33 km |
| Aug 21, 2007 | 20 km NE of Neerim South, Australia | M3.0 | 149 km | 12 km |
| May 26, 2010 | 8 km E of Rochester, Australia | M3.0 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Jun 13, 2000 | 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia | M3.0 | 120 km | 33 km |
| Feb 28, 2006 | 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia | M2.9 | 106 km | 6 km |
| Apr 12, 2004 | 26 km ESE of Alexandra, Australia | M2.8 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Jan 5, 2001 | 32 km NE of Warburton, Australia | M2.8 | 113 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in |
Benalla has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 46°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.5").