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Weather & Climate in Crows Nest, Australia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Crows Nest enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 332 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 30.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,808 feet.
Temperature
72°F Jan (22°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 64.3°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,808 ft (551 m) |
| Area | 282.3 sq mi (731.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.2599°N, 152.0516°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.9.
| Aug 15, 2025 | 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia | M4.9 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Feb 21, 2004 | 47 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia | M3.7 | 115 km | 0 km |
| Mar 7, 2005 | 36 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia | M3.6 | 105 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 4.6 in |
Crows Nest has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in August to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and August the driest (1.3").