Geography of Mount Kosciuszko
Geography of Mount Kosciuszko: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Mount Kosciuszko
Australian Capital Territory is 80 mi to the north-east, Canberra is 95 mi to the north-east, Fitzroy is 203 mi to the south-west and Melbourne is 205 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 36°27′21.6″S 148°15′47.5″E (-36.456, 148.2632)
Quick facts about Mount Kosciuszko
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| State | New South Wales |
| Country | Australia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 36°27′21.6″S 148°15′47.5″E (-36.456, 148.2632) |
| Elevation | 7.310 ft |
| Known for | the highest peak in Australia |
| Local time | 10:04 AM (UTC+10:00) |
| Best months | January and February |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Summary
Mount Kosciuszko is a mountain in New South Wales. Mount Kosciuszko is a mountain known as the highest peak in Australia. It sits at 7.310 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 36°F (2°C) in Mount Kosciuszko with heavy drizzle. It feels like 30°F. Today runs from 32°F to 37°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.9/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Mount Kosciuszko is January and February. The climate is subarctic. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 60°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 19°F.
The closest major airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), about 206 mi away. Nearby highlights include Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 37°F is 4°F above the 33°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Mount Kosciuszko today at 8/10. Gusts to 50 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near 32°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Mount Kosciuszko 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 | 60° | 42° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 60° | 42° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 56° | 40° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 46° | 32° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 41° | 28° | 3,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 32° | 21° | 7,7 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| July | 30° | 19° | 9,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| August | 33° | 20° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 39° | 25° | 4,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 45° | 29° | 5,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 34° | 7,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 56° | 38° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Kosciuszko?
Mount Kosciuszko is a mountain in New South Wales. Its coordinates are -36.456, 148.2632. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Mount Kosciuszko right now?
It is currently 36°F (2°C) with heavy drizzle. Humidity is 96% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mount Kosciuszko?
January and February offer the most comfortable conditions in Mount Kosciuszko, which has a subarctic climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mount Kosciuszko in?
Mount Kosciuszko observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+10:00). The local time is 10:04 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Mount Kosciuszko?
The closest airports are Melbourne Airport (MEL), 206 mi away and Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), 239 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mount Kosciuszko?
Popular options include Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - 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 25, 2026 at 10:04 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
