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Mount Gambier

#298 among destinations in Australia

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Mount Gambier

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Established: 1854 (171 years ago)Population: 25 thous.Area: 10.66 mi²Coordinates: 37°49'44"S, 140°46'48"E
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South AustraliaAustralia

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Best Time To Visit Mount Gambier

Learn when is the best time to travel to Mount Gambier weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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January and December are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in April.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in January, February, March and December. While the coldest is in June, July, August and September.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February. Most of it rains in July and August.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in December, while the shortest in June.

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Day trips

Mount Gambier – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Engelbrecht Cave, Cave Gardens, Valley Lake, Mount Gambier Community RSL.

  • engelbrecht cave mount gambier0.7 miNW
    Natural attraction, Park, Campsite

    Engelbrecht Cave, Mount Gambier

    19 min walk • Engelbrecht Cave is a cave system in the Australian state of South Australia consisting of a sinkhole with two major passages located under the Mount Gambier urban area. It is owned by the local government area of City of Mount Gambier and has been developed as a tourism venue.

  • cave gardens mount gambier~320 ftSE
    Natural attraction, Garden, Park

    Cave Gardens, Mount Gambier

    2 min walk • The Cave Gardens are the garden located in the centre of Mount Gambier in the Australian state of South Australia that contain a 30-metre-deep cave. The cave was initially used as a water source for the town. In 1870 the area became a reserve, and by the 1890s trees, gas lamps and seating were installed in the area.

  • valley lake mount gambier1 miSW
    Nature, Natural attraction, Lake

    Valley Lake, Mount Gambier

    27 min walk • The Valley Lake is a monomictic volcanic crater lake in the Australian state of South Australia situated in the south of Mount Gambier, near the Blue Lake. The Lake is surrounded by a park situated on Davidson Drive. The shore of the lake features a children's playground, sporting facilities, BBQs and toilets.

  • mount gambier community rsl~920 ftS
    37°49'53"S • 140°46'52"E

    Mount Gambier Community RSL, Mount Gambier

    5 min walk • Military museum, Museum

  • main corner complex mount gambier~290 ftE
    37°49'44"S • 140°46'52"E

    Main Corner Complex, Mount Gambier

    2 min walk • Civic center, Museum

  • the old courthouse gallery mount gambier~1880 ftS
    37°50'2"S • 140°46'41"E

    The Old Courthouse & Gallery, Mount Gambier

    10 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the best time to visit Mount Gambier?

January and December are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in April. The highest air temperature is in January, February, March and December. While the coldest is in June, July, August and September.

Where to next? Visit south australia South Australia region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Australia.

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