Energy Efficient Heating - Hurricane, QLD 4871

Heating & Split Systems - Hurricane, QLD 4871

Welcome to the heating guide for Hurricane, situated in postcode 4871. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (MAREEBA QWRC) at an elevation of 400 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1952 with the latest data recorded in 2008, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as 0.4 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 11.7 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 74.7% and 53.3% 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 km/h in Hurricane, 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 Hurricane

36.036.027.027.018.018.09.09.00.00.0JanuaryJanuaryFebruaryFebruaryMarchMarchAprilAprilMayMayJuneJuneJulyJulyAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberOctoberOctoberNovemberNovemberDecemberDecemberComfort ZoneComfort Zone
Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Hurricane 4871

50.050.044.044.038.038.032.032.026.026.020.020.014.014.08.08.02.02.0-4.0-4.0-10.0-10.0JanuaryJanuaryFebruaryFebruaryMarchMarchAprilAprilMayMayJuneJuneJulyJulyAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberOctoberOctoberNovemberNovemberDecemberDecemberComfort ZoneComfort Zone
Cold Days (10% of the time)

Hurricane 4871

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

Hurricane 4871

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Hurricane 4871

Split system 3 star
Split System 5 star
Split System 7 star
2.02.01.61.61.21.20.80.80.40.40.00.0JanJanFebFebMarMarAprAprMayMayJunJunJulJulAugAugSepSepOctOctNovNovDecDec
Estimated daily split system cooling energy consumption

Hurricane 4871

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Hurricane
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hurricane: Mareeba Qwrc - approx. 35.5 km

Split System 5 star
6kW Solar System
5.05.04.04.03.03.02.02.01.01.00.00.0Split System 5 StarJanJanFebFebMarMarAprAprMayMayJunJunJulJulAugAugSepSepOctOctNovNovDecDec36.036.027.027.018.018.09.09.00.00.06kW Solar System
Est Daily Split System Heating Offset By Solar Power

Hurricane 4871

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Community Heating Statistics - Hurricane, 4871

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

19°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Hurricane uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mareeba Qwrc), which is at an elevation of 400 metres above sea level and started operating in 1952 with the latest data recorded in 2008, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Hurricane’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 Hurricane uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mareeba Qwrc), which is at an elevation of 400 metres above sea level and started operating in 1952 with the latest data recorded in 2008, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Hurricane will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

75%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Hurricane uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mareeba Qwrc), which is at an elevation of 400 metres above sea level and started operating in 1952 with the latest data recorded in 2008, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Hurricane’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

3,454

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 4871 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 4871 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 4871, 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 Hurricane, 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 4871, 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 Hurricane, 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 4871 each day if all 3454 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 Hurricane, 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 4871 each day if all 3454 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 Hurricane, 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 4871 each year if all 3454 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 Hurricane, 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 4871 each year if all 3454 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 4871 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 4871 each year if all 3454 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 4871 each year if all 3454 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 4871, which includes Hurricane, has a total 3454 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 3064 are houses, each with an average of 2.3 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1250 and with 53% 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 Hurricane and 4871 more broadly, we discover there are 971 families with children. At the same time, 18.9% of the 10798 population are over 65 years old, while 2602 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 Hurricane

Hurricane, QLD 4871 experiences a tropical savanna climate with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The average winter temperature ranges from 18 to 25 degrees Celsius, making it a comfortable season for residents. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures of around 15 degrees Celsius.

With the mild winter temperatures in Hurricane, residents may not require heavy heating systems. However, a split system heating solution can provide the perfect balance of heating and cooling throughout the year. Split systems offer energy-efficient heating and cooling options, allowing residents to stay comfortable regardless of the season. Local heating businesses in Hurricane can provide expert advice and installation services for split system heating and air-conditioning units.

For those looking to reduce their environmental impact, solar power can be a great option to power split system heating units. By harnessing the abundant sunlight in Hurricane, residents can enjoy the benefits of a sustainable and cost-effective heating solution. Local solar installers can assist in the installation of solar panels, ensuring that residents can enjoy the benefits of both split system heating and solar power.

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