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Weather & Climate in Hamilton, Australia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hamilton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 620 feet.
Temperature
65°F Jan (18°C)
47°F Jul (8°C)
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 620 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 2,594.8 sq mi (6,720.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.7443°N, 142.0220°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Jun 1, 2011 | 45 km NE of Hamilton, Australia | M3.8 | 45 km | 2 km |
| Jan 5, 2002 | 44 km S of Moorak, Australia | M3.6 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Feb 6, 1999 | 44 km S of Moorak, Australia | M3.6 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2005 | 59 km S of Port Fairy, Australia | M3.5 | 132 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (42 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 42 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in |
Hamilton has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 47°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.9").