Rockhampton
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Rockhampton month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Rockhampton are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 23–25°C. February is usually the warmest month (average high 32°C), July the coldest (average low 12°C), and March the wettest (about 125 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.6 | 22.7 | 90 | 11.3 |
| February | 32.0 | 22.6 | 87 | 10.7 |
| March | 30.6 | 22.0 | 125 | 10.0 |
| April | 28.2 | 19.0 | 50 | 10.2 |
| May | 25.5 | 15.8 | 52 | 9.2 |
| June | 23.1 | 12.9 | 31 | 9.0 |
| July | 22.7 | 11.9 | 60 | 9.1 |
| August | 24.6 | 12.9 | 32 | 10.2 |
| September | 27.3 | 15.3 | 18 | 11.1 |
| October | 29.7 | 18.3 | 71 | 11.2 |
| November | 30.8 | 20.2 | 73 | 11.5 |
| December | 31.5 | 21.7 | 105 | 11.6 |
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People and places shaping Rockhampton
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Research updated Sunday, September 27, 2026Past and future events in Rockhampton
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Previously
- 2021 Rockhampton mayoral by-election
Held on 23 January 2021 to elect the mayor of the Rockhampton Region.
- Canoona gold rush
Gold discovery at Canoona in 1859 that led to the first North Australian gold rush and an influx of migrants transforming Rockhampton into a major port.
- Great Queensland Earthquake of 1918
An earthquake measuring approximately 6.0 magnitude on 7 June 1918 that caused strong shaking and damage to buildings in Rockhampton.
- Cyclone Marcia
Severe tropical cyclone on 20 February 2015 that damaged hundreds of homes and businesses in Rockhampton with wind speeds over 150 km/h.
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Interactive geography
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01 · OverviewRockhampton, in brief
Rockhampton is a city situated in the Rockhampton Region of Central Queensland, Australia. Recorded with a population of 81,021 according to geographic data parameters, the urban center functions within the Australia/Brisbane time zone at coordinates 23.38032 latitude and 150.50595 longitude.
The landscape of the area is defined by the Fitzroy River and its many tributaries, lagoons, and the Fitzroy river delta, where Port Alma is located at the southern end. Explorers Charles and William Archer encountered the Toonooba River in 1853, subsequently naming local landscape features after Norse mythology figures, including the Berserker Range after the warrior Baresark. Settlers were drawn to the region by its fertile valleys, and the town was surveyed to a grid layout of wide boulevards and laneways closely resembling the Hoddle Grid of Melbourne.
The local climate and geography support an economy with strengths in agriculture, tourism, and health. The region features significant historical streetscapes, tree-lined boulevards, and architectural landmarks that reflect its 19th-century development following early pastoral runs established near Gracemere and the regional gold rushes.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rockhampton
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01 · Q&AWhere is Rockhampton located and what are its coordinates?
Rockhampton is situated in Australia at geographic coordinates -23.3803, 150.5060, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Rockhampton?
Rockhampton has a recorded population of approximately 81,021 and observes the Australia/Brisbane time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Rockhampton?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Rockhampton include EN-AU, with AUD used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Rockhampton?
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