Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Shoal Point, QLD 4750

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Shoal Point, QLD 4750

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Shoal Point, located in postcode 4750. Using the nearest weather station data from MACKAY M.O at an elevation of 30 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1959 and the latest recorded data in 2023, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

Shoal Point experiences summers that have reached up to 39.4 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as 3.8 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 17 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 0 days less than 2 degrees C. These fluctuations underscore the importance of a reliable air conditioning service that can handle both extremes.

In the hotter months, we notice an average humidity level around 75% at 9am and 70% at 3pm, which can significantly impact home comfort on hot days. So a well-rounded Aircon system won't just keep your home cool, it will also help manage these humidity levels. Additionally, Shoal Point experiences wind speeds of up to 17.6 km/h, making a smart HVAC system, Split System Air Conditioner, Evaporative Cooler, or Ducted Air Conditioning that can adjust to external factors an excellent investment.

Temperature & Weather in Shoal Point

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

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Extremely Hot Days (10% of the time)

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Avg Days Over 30°C
Avg Days Over 35°C
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Average Number of Hot Days

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9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

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3 Star Energy Rating
5 Star Energy Rating
7 Star Energy Rating
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Est Daily Split System Cooling Energy Consumption (kW)

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Featured Air Conditioning Installers Servicing Shoal Point

Recon Energy

251 Bedford Rd, 4740

Renewable & Contemporary Energy Solutions

Hudson Air Conditioning

1/20 Victoria St, 4740

Cooling and Heating Solutions for Mackay

Cross Spark

198 Goldsmith St, 4740

Quality Electrical and Air-Conditioning Services for Every Need

Wes Mackay

2 /13 John Vella Drive, 4740

Stay comfortable all year round with Wes Mackay

Air Conditioning & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Shoal Point
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Shoal Point: Mackay M.o - approx. 11.1 km

Split System 5 Star
6kW Solar System
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Est Daily Split System Cooling Offset By Solar Power

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Featured Solar Installers Servicing Shoal Point

Energy Base

19A Juliet Street, 4740

Batteries. Accessories. Solar. Electrical.

All-Stacks Electrical

4/25 Transport avenue, 4740

Expert local electricians in Mackay.

NQ Power Up Electrical

5 5/5 Industrial St, 4740

Power up your home with clean and efficient solar energy!

Powerfast Electrical

Mackay, 4740

Powerfast Electrical: Your Trusted Electrical Experts

Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Shoal Point, 4750

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

23°C

Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Shoal Point uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mackay M.o), which is at an elevation of 30 metres above sea level and started operating in 1959 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Shoal Point’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

56 days/per year

Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Shoal Point uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mackay M.o), which is at an elevation of 30 metres above sea level and started operating in 1959 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Shoal Point will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

56%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Shoal Point uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mackay M.o), which is at an elevation of 30 metres above sea level and started operating in 1959 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Shoal Point’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

796

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 4750 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 4750 include Separate houses, Semi-detached, row or terrace houses, townhouses, flats or apartments, and other dwelling types, which we have combined into a single number called homes.

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Retail Value of Electricity Saved

$439 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 547.5 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 4750, due to an energy-efficient 7-star air conditioning split system compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. This average yearly saving per home includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Shoal Point, assumptions about the homes in this location, and estimates an average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh throughout this period.

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Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

866 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 2190kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 4750, due to the improved energy efficiency of a 7-star rated air conditioning system when compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. The total kilowatts saved by each home on average includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Shoal Point, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

5,556 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4750 each day if all 2040 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Shoal Point, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,272 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2040 each day if all Shoal Point homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Shoal Point, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$520,990 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4750 each year if all 2040 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Shoal Point, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

1,366 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4750 each year if all 2040 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 4750 by switching to a more energy-efficient air conditioning split system for cooling.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

21,149 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4750 each year if all 2040 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, then converted to the equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution equal to the amount of CO2 saved (14 trees per tonne of CO2). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system air conditioning because of improved energy efficiency.

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Car Emissions Equivalent

12,681,529 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4750 each year if all 2040 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, then converted to the equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions driven by an average car equal to the amount of CO2 saved (120g of CO2 per km driven). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system air conditioning because of improved energy efficiency.

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Demographics

Shoal Point and the postcode of 4750 has a total 2040 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Shoal Point 1841 are houses, 98 are semi-detached or townhouses, and 56 are flats or apartments. We see that homes of 4 or more bedrooms in size are 49% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 38%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 12%. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2% of census results did not specify the number of bedrooms

Typically we see that the bigger the home, then the more it costs to heat and cool, and with 2.7 number of people per household and with 68% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 4750, investing in energy-efficient air conditioning will make a significant difference to energy savings here.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Shoal Point

Shoal Point, located in QLD 4750, experiences a tropical climate with warm temperatures throughout the year. The average weather in Shoal Point is characterized by high humidity and abundant sunshine. The town experiences a wet season from November to April, with heavy rainfall and occasional tropical storms.

The average maximum temperatures in Shoal Point vary throughout the year. The hottest months are typically December and January, with average maximum temperatures reaching around 31-32 degrees Celsius. The coolest months are June and July, with average maximum temperatures around 23-24 degrees Celsius.

Given the warm climate in Shoal Point, cooling requirements are essential for the residents. Split system air conditioning is a popular choice for cooling homes in Shoal Point. These systems provide efficient cooling by separating the indoor and outdoor units. They offer flexibility in terms of temperature control and energy efficiency. Additionally, considering the abundance of sunshine in Shoal Point, utilizing solar power to power the split system units can be a cost-effective and environmentally friendly option.

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