Leithfield, New Zealand
Canterbury · New Zealand
Leithfield is a small town in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 600. Elevation: 75 ft (23 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
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People
Climate
| Population | 600 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | -43.2000°, 172.7333° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Canterbury |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.2 inches (666 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Leithfield
Leithfield is a small town in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 600. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Leithfield
Leithfield has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jan (17°C), the coldest is Jul (5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 604 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.3°F |
| 1% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 176.3 sq mi (456.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2000°S, 172.7333°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.5 m (21 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2016 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.5 m | 2 | 58 km |
| 1895 | PIEGON BAY | Meteorological | 5.0 m | - | 56 km |
| 1881 | PIGEON BAY (BANKS PENINSULA) | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 56 km |
| 1856 | S CANTERBURY PROVINCE, SOUTH ISLAND | Unknown | 1.0 m | - | 107 km |
| 1922 | SE. NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 31 km |
| 1978 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | - | - | 23 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 2.1 in |
Leithfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 43°F in July to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Leithfield
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leithfield School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Leithfield
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RDU 98.5FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 3ABN Christian Radio | bible teaching, christian | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Anthemz | - | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Akaroa World Radio | easy listening | AAC | |
| XS80s | 1980's, 1980s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dave FM | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Power Hit FM 87.8 - Christchurch, NZ | pop music, top 40 | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 8K.NZ | eclectic, independent | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RDU | alternative | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Leithfield
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kowai Archives | ||||
| Rangiora Museum |
Libraries in Leithfield
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurunui Memorial Library Amberley | 0.0 | |||||
| Leithfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rangiora Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toy Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Leithfield
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rangiora Produce Market Ltd |
Cafes in Leithfield
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Leithfield
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Christchurch International Airport | CHC | Large Airport |
| Culverden | - | Small Airport |
| Dunsandel | - | Small Airport |
| Fernside Fields Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Field Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Hanmer Springs Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Kings (Ladbrooks) | - | Small Airport |
| Rangiora Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Taitapu Ag strip | - | Small Airport |
| West Melton Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Worthy Lodge airstrip (Ladbrooks) | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Leithfield
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Community of the Beatitudes Chapel | |
| Community of the Beatitudes Chapel | |
| Shrine of Our Lady of Fourvière | |
| St Paul's Anglican Church - Leithfield |
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What is the population of Leithfield?
Leithfield has a population of 600 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 176.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Leithfield?
Leithfield 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 43°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches.
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