Energy Efficient Heating - Finlayvale, QLD 4873

Heating & Split Systems - Finlayvale, QLD 4873

Welcome to the heating guide for Finlayvale, situated in postcode 4873. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (LOW ISLES LIGHTHOUSE) at an elevation of 3 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1887 with the latest data recorded in 2023, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as 15 degrees C, highlighting the necessity for energy-efficient heating systems. During these colder months (June, Juily and August), we see an average minimum temperature of 20.9 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 79% and 69.3% at 3 pm for this period. Together this can significantly affect the comfort levels in your home, making a comprehensive heating system essential not just for warmth but also for managing indoor humidity levels. Additionally, with wind gusts reaching up to 158 km/h in Finlayvale, a robust HVAC system, including options like energy-efficient electric heaters, gas heating or ducted heating, or a more complex hydronic or ducted heating systems, becomes a valuable investment for maintaining a comfortable indoor environment.

Temperature & Weather in Finlayvale

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

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Mean days less than 2°C
Mean days less than 0°C
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Average Number Of Extremely Cold Days

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9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

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Split system 3 star
Split System 5 star
Split System 7 star
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Estimated daily split system cooling energy consumption

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Featured Heating Installers Servicing Finlayvale

Tormey's Air & Ice

Tormey's Air & Ice

Shop 5 Coastwatchers Shopping Centre, Trinity Beach Rd, 4879

Stay comfortable all year round with Tormey's Air & Ice!

Tropicooled Air Conditioning And Refrigeration

Tropicooled Air Conditioning And Refrigeration

Clifton Rd, 4879

Stay cool, stay warm with Tropicooled

Zammataro Plumbing Mossman

Zammataro Plumbing Mossman

8 Therese Drive, 4873

Quality Heating Solutions for Your Home

Chris Ives Electrical

Chris Ives Electrical

179 O`Donoghue Road, 4873

Efficient Heating and Cooling Solutions for Every Home

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Finlayvale
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Finlayvale: Low Isles Lighthouse - approx. 2.7 km

Split System 5 star
6kW Solar System
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Est Daily Split System Heating Offset By Solar Power

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Featured Solar Installers Servicing Finlayvale

Go Green Energy

Go Green Energy

Redlynch, 4870

Solar power experts for the Cairns region.

G-Solar & Electrical

G-Solar & Electrical

32 Magazine Street, 4870

Effortless and Transparent Energy Solutions

Ample Electrical

Ample Electrical

Redlynch, 4870

Power your home with the sun's energy

Seagull Electrical

Seagull Electrical

Kewarra Beach, 4879

Powering your future with solar energy

Community Heating Statistics - Finlayvale, 4873

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

22°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Finlayvale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Low Isles Lighthouse), which is at an elevation of 3 metres above sea level and started operating in 1887 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Finlayvale’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

0 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Finlayvale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Low Isles Lighthouse), which is at an elevation of 3 metres above sea level and started operating in 1887 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 Finlayvale will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

79%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Finlayvale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Low Isles Lighthouse), which is at an elevation of 3 metres above sea level and started operating in 1887 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Finlayvale’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

2,557

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 4873 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 4873 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

$0 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 0 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 4873, due to an energy-efficient 7-star split system for heating 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 Finlayvale, 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

0 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 0kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 4873, due to the improved energy efficiency of a 7-star rated split system for heating 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 Finlayvale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

0 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4873 each day if all 2557 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Finlayvale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$0 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4873 each day if all 2557 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 Finlayvale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$0 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4873 each year if all 2557 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 Finlayvale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

0 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4873 each year if all 2557 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 4873 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

0 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4873 each year if all 2557 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 performance because of improved energy efficiency.

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Car Emissions Equivalent

0 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4873 each year if all 2557 homes used a 7-star efficient split system or heating 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 performance because of improved energy efficiency.

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Demographics

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census, postcode 4873, which includes Finlayvale, has a total 2557 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 2270 are houses, each with an average of 2 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1218 and with 58% homes mortgaged or rented, investing in energy-efficient heating options is even more essential to help reduce running costs and increase long-term financial savings for homeowners or renters.

When considering the demographics of Finlayvale and 4873 more broadly, we discover there are 584 families with children. At the same time, 20.7% of the 6771 population are over 65 years old, while 1775 people also live with long-term health conditions. So eco-friendly and smart heating systems with advanced thermostats are particularly appealing for those more susceptible to the cold, like families with young children, older adults, and residents living with health conditions.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Finlayvale

Finlayvale, located in QLD, 4873, experiences a subtropical climate with warm and humid summers and mild winters. The average winter weather in Finlayvale is pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures of around 15°C. While Finlayvale doesn't experience extremely cold temperatures, residents may still require heating during the winter months.

When it comes to meeting the heating requirements in Finlayvale, split system heating is a popular choice. Split systems offer both heating and cooling capabilities, making them versatile for year-round use. They are energy-efficient and provide precise temperature control, ensuring optimal comfort. Local heating businesses in Finlayvale offer a range of split system heating solutions, including installation, maintenance, and repairs.

Another consideration for heating in Finlayvale is the possibility of using solar power to power the unit. With its abundant sunshine, Finlayvale is an ideal location for solar panels. By harnessing solar energy, residents can reduce their carbon footprint and save on energy costs. Local heating businesses can provide expert advice on incorporating solar power into split system heating systems, offering sustainable and cost-effective solutions.

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