Hawthorndale, New Zealand
Southland · New Zealand
Hawthorndale is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 1,900. Elevation: 49 ft (15 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 Hawthorndale
Hawthorndale is a suburb of New Zealand's southernmost city, Invercargill. It contains the city's Eastern Cemetery, and also Bill Richardson Transport World, a truck and classic car museum.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,900 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | -46.3984°, 168.3801° |
| 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 Hawthorndale
Hawthorndale is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 1,900. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 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 Hawthorndale
Hawthorndale 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 | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 225.8 sq mi (584.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3984°S, 168.3801°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 | - | - | 141 km |
| 1839 | WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND | Unknown | - | - | 63 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 |
Hawthorndale 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").
Schools in Hawthorndale
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waverley Park School | - | - | - | - |
| James Hargest College Senior Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Ascot Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Myross Bush School | - | - | - | - |
| Rimu Full Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Hawthorndale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awarua Communications Museum | ||||
| Bill Richardson Transport World | ||||
| Bluff Maritime Museum | ||||
| Classic Motorcycles Mecca |
Libraries in Hawthorndale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Hawthorndale
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Hawthorndale
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hawthorndale
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Hawthorndale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Brewery |
Airports Near Hawthorndale
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 Hawthorndale
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eastside Baptist Church | |
| Harvestfield Christian Centre | |
| Kennington Presbyterian Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Hawthorndale?
Hawthorndale has a population of 1,900 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 225.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hawthorndale?
Hawthorndale 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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