Energy Efficient Heating - Almurta, VIC 3979

Heating & Split Systems - Almurta, VIC 3979

Welcome to the heating guide for Almurta, situated in postcode 3979. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (WONTHAGGI) at an elevation of 55 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1911 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 -2.2 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 6.6 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 85.3% and 72.3% 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 Almurta, 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 Almurta

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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 Almurta

Thermochill Plumbing & Electrical

Thermochill Plumbing & Electrical

31 Optic Way, 3201

Heating and Cooling Experts You Can Trust

Heatwave Climate Control

Heatwave Climate Control

10 Lynch Court, 3934

Stay comfortable with Heatwave Climate Control!

Mornington Heating

Mornington Heating

6 Carramar St, 3931

Cooling & Plumbing

Staycool Heating & Cooling

Staycool Heating & Cooling

Factory 1/84 Hallam S Rd, 3803

Practical. Reliable. The experts in heating and cooling.

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Almurta
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Almurta: Wonthaggi - approx. 13.5 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 Almurta

Solar Run Keysborough

Solar Run Keysborough

35 Pacific Drive, 3173

Australia’s preferred solar company making installation simple.

SunGroup Energy

SunGroup Energy

110 Indian Drive, 3173

Power on and save today!

Patel Electrical

Patel Electrical

36 Palladium Circuit, 3978

Take control of your energy bills.

Island Energy

Island Energy

Unit 3/64-66 Genista St, 3925

Power your home with the sun

Community Heating Statistics - Almurta, 3979

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Almurta uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wonthaggi), which is at an elevation of 55 metres above sea level and started operating in 1911 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Almurta’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 Almurta uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wonthaggi), which is at an elevation of 55 metres above sea level and started operating in 1911 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 Almurta will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Almurta uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wonthaggi), which is at an elevation of 55 metres above sea level and started operating in 1911 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Almurta’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

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Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3979 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3979 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 456.25 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3979, 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 Almurta, 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 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3979, 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 Almurta, 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 3979 each day if all 121 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 Almurta, 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 3979 each day if all 121 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 Almurta, 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 3979 each year if all 121 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 Almurta, 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 3979 each year if all 121 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 VIC, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 3979 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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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 3979 each year if all 121 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 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 performance 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 3979 each year if all 121 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 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 performance because of improved energy efficiency.

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Demographics

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census, postcode 3979, which includes Almurta, has a total 121 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 118 are houses, each with an average of 2.2 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1731 and with 68% 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 Almurta and 3979 more broadly, we discover there are 33 families with children. At the same time, 19.5% of the 365 population are over 65 years old, while 95 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 Almurta

Almurta, VIC, 3979 experiences a cool temperate climate with mild summers and cool winters. The average winter weather in Almurta is characterized by cold temperatures and occasional rainfall. The average minimum temperature ranges from 5°C to 9°C during the winter months.

The coolest months in Almurta are typically June and July, with average minimum temperatures dropping to around 5°C. With such chilly temperatures, it is essential for residents to have reliable heating systems in their homes and businesses to stay warm and comfortable.

Local heating businesses in Almurta offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split system heating is an excellent choice for Almurta as it provides efficient heating and cooling all year round. These systems are energy-efficient and can be powered by solar panels, making them an environmentally friendly option. By installing a split system heating unit with solar power, residents in Almurta can enjoy the benefits of both a comfortable indoor climate and reduced energy costs.

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