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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Ballarat month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Ballarat are typically February, March and December, with average daytime highs around 22–24°C. January is usually the warmest month (average high 25°C), July the coldest (average low 4°C), and October the wettest (about 93 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.4 | 13.3 | 54 | 11.4 |
| February | 23.8 | 12.6 | 26 | 10.9 |
| March | 22.1 | 12.0 | 42 | 9.6 |
| April | 17.5 | 9.4 | 59 | 7.8 |
| May | 13.1 | 6.7 | 64 | 6.7 |
| June | 10.2 | 4.7 | 62 | 5.8 |
| July | 9.8 | 4.4 | 68 | 5.8 |
| August | 10.9 | 4.8 | 75 | 7.2 |
| September | 13.1 | 5.9 | 84 | 8.1 |
| October | 16.1 | 7.4 | 93 | 9.2 |
| November | 19.0 | 9.3 | 79 | 10.1 |
| December | 22.3 | 11.0 | 55 | 11.2 |
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- Documented history · 1837
The first Europeans to sight the area were an August 1837 party of six men, including Thomas Livingstone Learmonth and Henry Anderson, who scaled Mount Buninyong.
- Documented history · 1838
Some of this party set off again in January 1838, this time with others including Thomas' brother Somerville Learmonth and William Cross Yuille and his cousin Archibald Buchanan Yuille.
- Documented history · 1994
Both 'Ballaarat' and 'Ballarat' were used interchangeably until the present spelling was officially adopted by the City of Ballarat in 1994, when the city amalgamated with surrounding local government areas.
- Documented history
The first Europeans to sight the area were an August 1837 party of six men, including Thomas Livingstone Learmonth and Henry Anderson, who scaled Mount Buninyong.
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- Ballarat (VIC) Council mayor and councillors
- Mayor Cr Tracey Hargreaves | City of Ballarat
- Councillors and Wards - City of Ballarat
- List of mayors of Ballarat - Wikipedia
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- Ballarat | City Officials in Australia curated by Civora
- Know Your Council – Ballarat City Council | vic.gov.au
- List of people from Ballarat - Wikipedia
- Celebrities Born In Ballarat, Australia - Famous Birthdays
- List of Famous people born in Ballarat, Australia - FMSPPL.com
- Category:People from Ballarat - Wikipedia
- 8 Famous People from Ballarat, Australia | Pantheon
- List of People from Ballarat - FamousFix List
- Famous People from Ballarat, Australia | 8 Notable People ...
- Ballarat Historic Timeline
- Ballarat | Australia, Map, Population, & History | Britannica
- Ballarat Victoria Australia — History Atlas
- Local History - Ballarat Libraries
- Ballarat History
- Timeline - hulballarat.org.au
- The 16 most historic buildings and sites in Ballarat - Wanderlog
- Attractions - Visit Ballarat
- Top 15 Things to Do in Ballarat, Australia - Ballarat Attractions
- Wikidata structured records for Ballarat
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01 · OverviewBallarat, in brief
Ballarat is a regional city situated in the Central Highlands of Victoria, Australia. At the 2021 census, the city recorded a population of 111,973 inhabitants, positioning it as the third-largest inland urban center in Australia and the third-largest city in Victoria.
The settlement of the area began in 1838 when the Yuille cousins established a 10,000-acre sheep run, naming their property Ballaarat from local Wadawurrung words meaning a resting place. Modern economic and demographic development traces back to 1851, following the discovery of gold near Ballarat that ignited the Victorian gold rush. This discovery transformed the locality into a thriving boomtown characterized by high alluvial yields and deep mining operations. Although gold extraction eventually slowed toward the end of the nineteenth century, the city transitioned into a enduring regional center.
In the present day, Ballarat functions as the commercial capital and largest city of the Central Highlands. Its contemporary economy is supported by its status as a significant tourist destination, drawing visitors due to its well-preserved colonial-era heritage and extensive history. The city operates within the Australian Eastern time framework and utilizes the Australian dollar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ballarat
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01 · Q&AWhere is Ballarat located and what are its coordinates?
Ballarat is situated in Australia at geographic coordinates -37.5662, 143.8496, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Ballarat?
Ballarat has a recorded population of approximately 111,973 and observes the Australia/Melbourne time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Ballarat?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Ballarat include EN-AU, with AUD used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Ballarat?
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