East Gore, New Zealand
Southland · New Zealand
East Gore is a small city in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 8,340. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 50°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 | 8,340 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 240 ft (73 m) |
| Coordinates | -46.0884°, 168.9501° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Southland |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.2 inches (995 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About East Gore
East Gore is a small city in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 8,340. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet (73 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 240 ft (73 m) |
| Area | 544.5 sq mi (1,410.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.0884°S, 168.9501°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 | - | - | 61 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in |
East Gore has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 41°F in July to 58°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and August the driest (2.2").
Schools in East Gore
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Gore School | - | - | - | - |
| Knapdale School | - | - | - | - |
| Pukerau School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in East Gore
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Heritage Centre | ||||
| Gore Historical Museum | ||||
| Hokonui Heritage Research Centre | ||||
| Hokonui Moonshine Museum | ||||
| Museum Historical Museum (closed) |
Libraries in East Gore
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wyndham Library | 0.0 |
Golf Courses in East Gore
4 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near East Gore
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Airport | IVC | Medium Airport |
| Centre Bush Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Gore3 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mandeville Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Roxburgh Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in East Gore
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gore New Life Church / New Life Fellowship | |
| Grace Presbyterian Church - Gore |
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of East Gore?
East Gore has a population of 8,340 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 544.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in East Gore?
East Gore has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches.
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