Energy Efficient Heating - Buffalo, VIC 3958

Heating & Split Systems - Buffalo, VIC 3958

Welcome to the heating guide for Buffalo, situated in postcode 3958. 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 Buffalo, 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 Buffalo

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Buffalo 3958

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Buffalo 3958

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

Buffalo 3958

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Buffalo 3958

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

Buffalo 3958

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Buffalo

Leongatha Refrigeration, Heating & Air Conditioning

Leongatha Refrigeration, Heating & Air Conditioning

32 Yarragon Rd, 3953

Stay comfortable all year round

Milair

Milair

18 Swan Rd, 3840

Stay comfortable with Milair's reliable HVAC solutions

Wes Jones Air Conditioning

Wes Jones Air Conditioning

TARWIN LOWER, 3956

Stay comfortable all year round with Wes Jones Air Conditioning

South Gippsland Air Conditioning

South Gippsland Air Conditioning

44199 Adkins Street, 3950

Experience comfort, efficiency, and reliability.

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Buffalo
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Buffalo: Wonthaggi - approx. 2.3 km

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

Buffalo 3958

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Buffalo

DJ Electrics

DJ Electrics

Morwell, 3840

Powering your life with clean energy

Sunscape Solar

Sunscape Solar

1501 Bass Highway, 3984

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Johnoelec

Johnoelec

Foster, 3960

Empowering Homes with Solar Energy

GDR Electrical Services

GDR Electrical Services

Hallston, 3953

Powering South Gippsland with reliable electrical solutions

Community Heating Statistics - Buffalo, 3958

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

9°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Buffalo 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 Buffalo’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

6 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Buffalo 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 Buffalo will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

80%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Buffalo 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 Buffalo’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

90

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3958 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3958 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

$430 yr/per home

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 3958, 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 Buffalo, 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

1,219 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3958, 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 Buffalo, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

452 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3958 each day if all 96 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 Buffalo, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$113 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3958 each day if all 96 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 Buffalo, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$35,499 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3958 each year if all 96 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 Buffalo, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

137 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3958 each year if all 96 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 3958 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

1,391 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3958 each year if all 96 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

989,412 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3958 each year if all 96 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 3958, which includes Buffalo, has a total 96 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 96 are houses, each with an average of 1.8 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1649 and with 54% 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 Buffalo and 3958 more broadly, we discover there are 22 families with children. At the same time, 22.9% of the 284 population are over 65 years old, while 78 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 Buffalo

Buffalo, VIC, 3958 experiences a cool temperate climate with mild summers and cool winters. The average winter weather in Buffalo is characterized by chilly temperatures and occasional rainfall. The average minimum temperature ranges from 4°C in June to 9°C in August, making these months the coldest of the year.

With such low temperatures during winter, heating is a necessity in Buffalo. Local heating businesses in the area offer a wide range of heating solutions including gas heaters, electric heaters, hydronic heating, and split system heating. Split system heating is particularly beneficial for Buffalo residents as it provides both heating and cooling capabilities, making it suitable for year-round comfort.

Furthermore, residents in Buffalo can consider harnessing solar power to power their heating systems. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to generate clean and renewable energy, reducing reliance on traditional electricity sources and lowering energy bills. Local heating businesses can provide expert advice and installation services for solar-powered split system heating, ensuring efficient and eco-friendly heating for the town.

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