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Weather & Climate in Katoomba, Australia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Katoomba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 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 38.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,251 feet.
Temperature
65°F Jan (18°C)
49°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 58.1°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,251 ft (991 m) |
| Area | 2,265.5 sq mi (5,867.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.7198°N, 150.3074°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
19 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.3.
| Aug 6, 1994 | 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia | M5.3 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia | M5.1 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Apr 13, 2017 | 23 km WSW of Millthorpe, Australia | M4.2 | 127 km | 15 km |
| Feb 14, 2002 | 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia | M3.9 | 74 km | 10 km |
| Mar 17, 1999 | 2 km SE of Picton, Australia | M3.8 | 60 km | 10 km |
| May 28, 2025 | 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia | M3.6 | 45 km | 10 km |
| Mar 8, 2024 | 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia | M3.5 | 20 km | 9 km |
| May 20, 1991 | 23 km S of Cowra, Australia | M3.4 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Sep 10, 2012 | 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia | M3.2 | 146 km | 2 km |
| Aug 18, 2007 | 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia | M3.2 | 74 km | 18 km |
| Jul 27, 2003 | 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia | M3.1 | 76 km | 6 km |
| Apr 11, 2007 | 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia | M3.1 | 88 km | 20 km |
| Jun 18, 2006 | 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia | M3.0 | 40 km | 12 km |
| Feb 23, 1990 | 49 km S of Denman, Australia | M3.0 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Nov 24, 1991 | 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia | M2.9 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 2003 | 27 km SE of Cowra, Australia | M2.8 | 137 km | 0 km |
| Jun 30, 2006 | 21 km SSE of Cowra, Australia | M2.7 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Aug 10, 2002 | 1 km ESE of Cowra, Australia | M2.7 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Aug 18, 2007 | 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia | M2.6 | 73 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in |
Katoomba has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 47°F in June to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (1.9").