Cromwell, New Zealand
Otago · New Zealand
Cromwell is a small city in Otago, New Zealand with a population of 6,480. Elevation: 696 ft (212 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°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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About Cromwell
Cromwell is a town in the Central Otago region of New Zealand's South Island, located on the shore of Lake Dunstan. Established at the confluence of the Clutha / Mata-Au and Kawarau Rivers after gold was discovered nearby during the Otago Gold Rush of the 1860s, Cromwell's location saw it become a junction for travel between Dunedin and areas further inland, such as Wānaka and Queenstown. As gold mining declined, the town developed to service farms and orchards in the surrounding area, becoming known for stone fruit and as part of the Central Otago wine region. The town remains a hub for people travelling throughout the region, with State Highway 8B running through the town and acting as a main route for travellers to Queenstown.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,480 |
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| Coordinates | -45.0384°, 169.2001° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Otago |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.9 inches (836 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.5 inches (9 cm) |
About Cromwell
Cromwell is a small city in New Zealand (Otago) with a population of 6,480. The city sits at an elevation of 696 feet (212 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.0°F |
| 11% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 35°F (2°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.0384°S, 169.2001°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2002 | ALBERT TOWN | Meteorological | - | - | 38 km |
| 1886 | JACKSON BAY, SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | - | - | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 36°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 35°F (2°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 39°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in |
Cromwell has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 35°F in July to 59°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.6").
Schools in Cromwell
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cromwell College | - | - | - | - |
| Cromwell Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Goldfields Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cromwell
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oamaru Heritage Radio | alternative, canterbury | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio one 91 fm | eclectic | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Cromwell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardrona Distillery & Museum | ||||
| Central Stories | ||||
| Clyde Museum | ||||
| Cromwell Museum | ||||
| Goldfields Mining Centre | ||||
| Herb Factory Museum | ||||
| Motorsport |
Libraries in Cromwell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cromwell Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Cromwell
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cromwell
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cromwell
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Cromwell
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cromwell
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cromwell
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cromwell
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Cromwell
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Cromwell
6 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Remarkables Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Coronet Peak Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Farm | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Cardrona Alpine Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Invincible Snowfields | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Treble Cone Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Cromwell
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Queenstown Airport | ZQN | Large Airport |
| Alexandra Aerodrome | ALR | Medium Airport |
| Wanaka Airport | WKA | Medium Airport |
| Cromwell Racecourse Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Cromwell/Louburn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dingleburn Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hawea Downs | - | Small Airport |
| Roxburgh Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cromwell
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lakeside Christian Centre | |
| St Andrews - Cromwell | |
| The Irish Martyrs Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
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Cromwell has a population of 6,480 residents and is located in New Zealand..
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Cromwell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.
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