Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Torquay, VIC 3228

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Torquay, VIC 3228

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Torquay, located in postcode 3228. Using the nearest weather station data from GROVEDALE (GEELONG AIRPORT) at an elevation of 33 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1983 and the latest recorded data in 2011, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

Torquay experiences summers that have reached up to 47.4 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as -4.3 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 5 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 3.8 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 71% at 9am and 55% 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, Torquay experiences wind speeds of up to 17.4 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 Torquay

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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 Torquay

Precision Plumbing Heating & Cooling

Precision Plumbing Heating & Cooling

Factory 3, 14-16 Birkett Place, 3220

Discover Your Inner Sanctuary

TCB Air Conditioning

TCB Air Conditioning

6 Hancock Ct, 3214

Stay comfortable all year round with TCB Air Conditioning

The Heat Shop South Geelong

The Heat Shop South Geelong

89 Barwon Terrace, 3220

Stay warm, stay cool, with The Heat Shop South Geelong.

Air Conditioning & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Torquay
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Torquay: Grovedale (geelong Airport) - approx. 967 m

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 Torquay

Zing Solar Vic

Zing Solar Vic

2 Main Street, 3030

100% Australian based

Geelong Solar Energy

Geelong Solar Energy

27 Nobility Street, 3224

Specialist is solar power systems and energy storage

Gedlec Energy

Gedlec Energy

6/220-238 Maidstone St, 3018

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Go Solar Go Green

Go Solar Go Green

33 Mackey Street, 3215

Nationwide solar installer go solar go green.

Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Torquay, 3228

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Torquay uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Grovedale (geelong Airport)), which is at an elevation of 33 metres above sea level and started operating in 1983 with the latest data recorded in 2011, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Torquay’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

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Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Torquay uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Grovedale (geelong Airport)), which is at an elevation of 33 metres above sea level and started operating in 1983 with the latest data recorded in 2011, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Torquay will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Torquay uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Grovedale (geelong Airport)), which is at an elevation of 33 metres above sea level and started operating in 1983 with the latest data recorded in 2011, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Torquay’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

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Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3228 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3228 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

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Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 365 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3228, 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 Torquay, 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

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Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1460kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3228, 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 Torquay, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

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Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3228 each day if all 8292 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 Torquay, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 8292 each day if all Torquay 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 Torquay, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3228 each year if all 8292 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 Torquay, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3228 each year if all 8292 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 VIC, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 3228 by switching to a more energy-efficient air conditioning split system for cooling.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3228 each year if all 8292 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 VIC, 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

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Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3228 each year if all 8292 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 VIC, 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

Torquay and the postcode of 3228 has a total 8292 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Torquay 7627 are houses, 588 are semi-detached or townhouses, and 48 are flats or apartments. We see that homes of 4 or more bedrooms in size are 48% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 42%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 10%. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 1% 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 77% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 3228, 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 Torquay

Torquay VIC 3228 is a coastal town located in Victoria, Australia. It experiences a temperate oceanic climate, with mild to warm summers and cool winters. The average annual temperature in Torquay is around 15 degrees Celsius.

The hottest months in Torquay are typically January and February, with average maximum temperatures reaching around 25 to 27 degrees Celsius. These warm temperatures make cooling systems essential for residents during the summer months.

When it comes to cooling requirements, split system air conditioners are a popular choice in Torquay. These systems provide efficient cooling and heating options, making them suitable for year-round use. Additionally, the possibility of using solar power to power the unit is an attractive option for environmentally conscious residents, as it reduces energy consumption and lowers electricity bills.

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