Edendale, New Zealand

Southland · New Zealand

Edendale is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 600. Elevation: 141 ft (43 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

600 Population 1/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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People

Population600
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Population600
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates-46.3167°, 168.7833°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceSouthland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,017 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Edendale

Edendale is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 600. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 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 40.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Edendale experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below New Zealand avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area483.3 sq mi (1,251.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates46.3167°S, 168.7833°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.06"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M3.3 on Jul 25, 2022.

Feb 28, 2010 48 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.1 149 km
Jul 15, 2009 77 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.9 145 km
Jul 15, 2009 82 km WNW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.8 140 km
May 11, 2012 61 km WNW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.7 119 km
Apr 25, 2005 81 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.7 145 km
Oct 12, 2000 15 km N of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.5 57 km
Apr 14, 2009 29 km NW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.5 80 km
Mar 17, 2020 70 km S of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.4 117 km
Mar 11, 1995 34 km SSE of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 96 km
Apr 20, 2001 35 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 135 km
Oct 23, 2013 41 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 148 km
May 13, 2009 64 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 132 km
Jun 21, 2021 25 km S of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 111 km
May 23, 2014 47 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 147 km
Jun 1, 2015 33 km WNW of Dunedin, New Zealand M4.3 122 km
Feb 6, 2006 62 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 145 km
Feb 16, 2018 41 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 142 km
May 19, 2013 25 km W of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.2 150 km
Sep 29, 2003 61 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.2 142 km
Feb 3, 2004 48 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.2 150 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 - - 43 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
March 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
June 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in
July 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in Coldest
August 44°F (6°C) 2.4 in Driest
September 47°F (9°C) 3.0 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.3 in
December 56°F (14°C) 3.6 in

Edendale has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 41°F in July to 58°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and August the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Edendale

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Edendale School - - - -
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Museums in Edendale

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gore Heritage Centre
Gore Historical Museum
Hokonui Heritage Research Centre
Hokonui Moonshine Museum
Museum Historical Museum (closed)

Libraries in Edendale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gore Public Library0.0
Wyndham Library0.0

Gas Stations in Edendale

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S. Edendale

Airports Near Edendale

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Invercargill AirportIVCMedium Airport
Centre Bush Aerodrome-Small Airport
Gore3 Airport-Small Airport
Mandeville Aerodrome-Small Airport
Ryan's Creek AerodromeSZSSmall Airport

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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What is the population of Edendale?

Edendale has a population of 600 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 483.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Edendale?

Edendale 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 40.0 inches.

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