Gladstone, New Zealand
Southland · New Zealand
Gladstone is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 2,520. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°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 Gladstone
Gladstone is a suburb of New Zealand's southernmost city, Invercargill.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,520 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | -46.3884°, 168.3501° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Southland |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.4 inches (1,179 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.0 inches (8 cm) |
About Gladstone
Gladstone is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 2,520. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Gladstone
Gladstone has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jan (14.1°C), the coldest is Jul (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1101 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 225.8 sq mi (584.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3884°S, 168.3501°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1987 | DEEP COVE | Meteorological | - | - | 139 km |
| 1839 | WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND | Unknown | - | - | 65 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 56°F (14°C) | 3.9 in |
Gladstone has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in June to 61°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (2.4").
Museums in Gladstone
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awarua Communications Museum | ||||
| Bill Richardson Transport World | ||||
| Bluff Maritime Museum | ||||
| Classic Motorcycles Mecca |
Libraries in Gladstone
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Winton public library | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Gladstone
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gladstone
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Brewery |
Airports Near Gladstone
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Airport | IVC | Medium Airport |
| Center Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Centre Bush Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Gore3 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mandeville Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ryan's Creek Aerodrome | SZS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gladstone
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Anglican Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Gladstone?
Gladstone has a population of 2,520 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 225.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gladstone?
Gladstone has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.
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