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Weather & Climate in Plumpton, Australia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Plumpton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 285 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 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet.
Temperature
64°F Jan (18°C)
46°F Jul (8°C)
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Area | 4,706.6 sq mi (12,190.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.6870°N, 144.6908°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
38 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.2.
| Jun 19, 2012 | 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia | M5.2 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 1996 | 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia | M4.7 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 2012 | 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia | M4.6 | 145 km | 13 km |
| Mar 6, 2009 | 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia | M4.5 | 131 km | 14 km |
| Jun 29, 2023 | 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia | M4.4 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jul 5, 2011 | 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia | M4.4 | 129 km | 2 km |
| Sep 25, 1996 | 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia | M4.3 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Mar 18, 2009 | 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia | M4.3 | 129 km | 15 km |
| Feb 8, 2024 | 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia | M4.3 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Sep 24, 2002 | 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia | M4.0 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 2024 | 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia | M3.9 | 149 km | 10 km |
| May 28, 2023 | 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia | M3.8 | 21 km | 9 km |
| Jul 5, 2011 | 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia | M3.7 | 127 km | 6 km |
| Nov 8, 1992 | 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia | M3.6 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2001 | 2 km N of Kallista, Australia | M3.6 | 64 km | 33 km |
| May 19, 1990 | 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia | M3.5 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Sep 24, 2002 | 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia | M3.5 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Mar 8, 2007 | 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia | M3.5 | 98 km | 14 km |
| May 3, 1991 | 15 km W of Marong, Australia | M3.4 | 125 km | 33 km |
| Jan 22, 2002 | 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia | M3.3 | 150 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (193 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 193 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in |
Plumpton has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 46°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.4") and March the driest (1.4").