East Taieri, New Zealand

Otago · New Zealand

East Taieri is a small town in Otago, New Zealand with a population of 2,570. Elevation: 230 ft (70 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

2,570 Population 12/sq mi density
230 ft Elevation 70 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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About East Taieri

East Taieri

East Taieri is a small township, located between Mosgiel and Allanton in New Zealand's Otago region. It lies on State Highway 1 en route between the city of Dunedin and its airport at Momona. It lies close to the southeastern edge of the Taieri Plain, hence its name.

People

Population2,570
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Population2,570
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Coordinates-45.9000°, 170.3333°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceOtago
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation34.8 inches (884 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)

About East Taieri

East Taieri is a small town in New Zealand (Otago) with a population of 2,570. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet (70 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

East Taieri experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below New Zealand avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)

Geography

Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Area221.7 sq mi (574.3 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates45.9000°S, 170.3333°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.8"
8% below New Zealand avg
Snowfall 1.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.83"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.3 on Jul 25, 2022.

Feb 8, 1998 42 km WNW of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.8 104 km
Oct 12, 2000 15 km N of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.5 86 km
Feb 11, 2004 68 km WSW of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.5 75 km
Jun 1, 2015 33 km WNW of Dunedin, New Zealand M4.3 25 km
Feb 6, 2011 19 km NNW of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.1 90 km
Jul 1, 2017 6 km NE of Cromwell, New Zealand M4.1 130 km
Oct 21, 2000 36 km ESE of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.0 106 km
May 3, 1994 24 km S of Dunedin, New Zealand M3.8 24 km
Jun 30, 2003 64 km SSE of Cromwell, New Zealand M3.8 69 km
May 10, 2004 16 km WNW of Papatowai, New Zealand M3.7 108 km
Feb 24, 2006 45 km NE of Portobello, New Zealand M3.7 67 km
Jul 25, 2022 3 km ESE of Cromwell, New Zealand M3.3 127 km
Jul 17, 2022 4 km SE of Cromwell, New Zealand M2.9 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1839 WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND Unknown - - 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest
February 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
March 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
June 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in Coldest
July 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
August 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in Driest
September 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
December 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in Wettest

East Taieri has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 43°F in June to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (1.7").

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Schools in East Taieri

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
OneSchool Global Dunedin - - - -
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Radio Stations near East Taieri

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio One 91FM community radio, disco MP3 128 kbps
Kiwi Folk Radio folk, local MP3 128 kbps

Museums in East Taieri

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dunedin Gasworks Museum
Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery
Dunedin Public Art Gallery & Museum
Geology Museum
New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame
Olveston Historic Home
Otago Museum
Taieri Historical Park
The Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery
Toitū Otago Settlers Museum

Libraries in East Taieri

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archives New Zealand0.0
Black Star Books0.0
Blueskin Bay Library0.0
Dunedin Public Library0.0
Hocken Collections0.0
L Block0.0
Mosgiel Library0.0
Northcroft Library and Study Centre0.0
South Dunedin Community Library0.0
University of Otago Library0.0

Farmers Markets in East Taieri

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Otago Farmer's Market

Golf Courses in East Taieri

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gladfield Country Club
JTee's Golf Course & Function Centre

Breweries in East Taieri

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Steamer Basin

Stadiums & Teams in East Taieri

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near East Taieri

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dunedin International AirportDUDMedium Airport
Balclutha Aerodrome-Small Airport
Taieri Aerodrome-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in East Taieri

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
East Taieri Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

🇳🇿 About New Zealand

Capital Wellington
Population 4,885,500
Area 268,680 km²
GDP (USD) $255,194,972,673
GDP per capita $49,076
HDI 0.939
Life expectancy 83.0 years
Internet users 96.2%
Urban population 83.9%
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code +64
TLD .nz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in New Zealand

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Day after New Year's Day
Jan 19 Wellington Anniversary Day Wellington Anniversary Day
Jan 26 Auckland Anniversary Day Auckland/Northland Anniversary Day
Feb 2 Nelson Anniversary Day Nelson Anniversary Day
Feb 6 Waitangi Day Waitangi Day
Mar 9 Taranaki Anniversary Day Taranaki Anniversary Day
Mar 23 Otago Anniversary Day Otago Anniversary Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 7 Southland Anniversary Day Southland Anniversary Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Jun 1 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Jul 10 Matariki Matariki
Sep 28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Dominion Day
Oct 23 Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Oct 26 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 2 Marlborough Anniversary Day Marlborough Anniversary Day
Nov 13 Canterbury Anniversary Day Canterbury (North & Central) Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Chatham Islands Anniversary Day Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Westland Anniversary Day Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About East Taieri

What is the population of East Taieri?

East Taieri has a population of 2,570 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 221.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in East Taieri?

East Taieri has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.

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