Balclutha, New Zealand
Otago · New Zealand
Balclutha is a small town in Otago, New Zealand with a population of 4,230. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 4,230 |
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Coordinates | -46.2339°, 169.7500° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Otago |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.9 inches (735 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balclutha
Balclutha is a small town in New Zealand (Otago) with a population of 4,230. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.2339°S, 169.7500°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1839 | WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND | Unknown | - | - | 65 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in |
Balclutha has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 41°F in July to 59°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and August the driest (1.8").
Colleges & Universities in Balclutha
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Institute of Technology | University | - | , |
Schools in Balclutha
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Otago High School | - | - | - | - |
| Rosebank School | - | - | - | - |
| Warepa School | - | - | - | - |
| Balclutha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Stirling School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Joseph's School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Balclutha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owaka Museum |
Hotels in Balclutha
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Balclutha
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Balclutha
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Balclutha
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Balclutha
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balclutha
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Balclutha
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Balclutha
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Balclutha
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dunedin International Airport | DUD | Medium Airport |
| Balclutha Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Roxburgh Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Taieri Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balclutha
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Balclutha Presbyterian Church | |
| Blessed Mary MacKillop Parish | |
| City Impact Church - Balclutha | |
| Jehovah's Witness | |
| Saint Marks |
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Waterfalls Near Balclutha
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Balclutha.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Roscoe Falls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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Balclutha has a population of 4,230 residents and is located in New Zealand..
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Balclutha has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches.
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