Geography of Australia
Geography of Australia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Australia
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Coordinates: 35°16′51.2″S 149°7′48″E (-35.2809, 149.13)
Quick facts about Australia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Oceania |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 35°16′51.2″S 149°7′48″E (-35.2809, 149.13) |
| Capital | Canberra |
| Population | 27.000.000 |
| Area | 2.969.906 sq mi |
| ISO code | AU |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | AUS |
| Currency | Australian dollar (AUD) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +61 |
| Time zone | Australia/Sydney |
| Local time | 11:48 AM (UTC+10:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, October, November and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by state in Australia
8 states and provinces mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in Australia
2 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Summary
Australia is a country in Oceania. Australia is a country in Oceania with its capital at Canberra. It has a population of about 27 million. The capital is Canberra.
Right now it is 57°F (14°C) in Australia with clear sky. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 37°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Australia is January, February, March, April, October, November and December. The climate is temperate. May, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 81°F, while June is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), about 290 mi away. Nearby highlights include Kakadu National Park, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Great Barrier Reef and Sydney Harbour Bridge.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 60°F is 3.4°F above the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Australia today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Australia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81° | 58° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 80° | 58° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 76° | 56° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 67° | 46° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 60° | 43° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 52° | 35° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 52° | 35° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 57° | 37° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 63° | 40° | 1,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 44° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 74° | 52° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 80° | 55° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Australia?
Australia is a country in Oceania. Its coordinates are -35.2809, 149.13. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Australia right now?
It is currently 57°F (14°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 55% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Australia?
January, February, March, April, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Australia, which has a temperate climate. May, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Australia in?
Australia observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+10:00). The local time is 11:48 AM.
How many people live in Australia?
Australia has a population of approximately 27 million.
What is the nearest airport to Australia?
The closest airports are Melbourne Airport (MEL), 290 mi away, Brisbane Airport (BNE), 594 mi away and Perth Airport (PER), 1.913 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Australia?
Popular options include Kakadu National Park, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and Great Barrier Reef.
What places are in Australia?
Australia covers 10 places in this atlas, including Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia and Tasmania.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 11:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
