Murchison, New Zealand
Tasman District · New Zealand
Murchison is a small town in Tasman District, New Zealand with a population of 500. Elevation: 564 ft (172 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°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 | 500 |
| Population Density | 298 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 564 ft (172 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.8000°, 172.3333° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Tasman District |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 91.9 inches (2,333 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Murchison
Murchison is a small town in New Zealand (Tasman District) with a population of 500. The city sits at an elevation of 564 feet (172 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 564 ft (172 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 298/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8000°S, 172.3333°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 120 km |
| 1913 | TASMAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 69 km |
| 1922 | SE. NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 144 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | - | - | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 6.7 in | |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 7.8 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 8.8 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 7.8 in | |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 7.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 42°F (5°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 8.4 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 9.1 in |
Murchison has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in July to 58°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 91.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.1") and February the driest (5.0").
Schools in Murchison
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murchison Area School | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Murchison
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Murchison
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Murchison
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Murchison
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Murchison
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanmer Springs Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Rainbow Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Murchison
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karamea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Motueka Airport | MZP | Small Airport |
| Murchison Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Murchison
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint John's Methodist Church | |
| Saint Pauls Anglican Church | |
| Saint Peter Chapel |
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Waterfalls Near Murchison
8 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Murchison.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Ariki Falls | |
| Lutins Pool | |
| Maruia Falls | Height: 5 |
| Saint Ronans Well | Height: 5.0 |
| Saxon Falls | |
| Travers Falls | Height: 15.0 |
| Waterfall Yulia | |
| Whisky Falls |
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Murchison?
Murchison has a population of 500 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 298 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Murchison?
Murchison has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 91.9 inches.
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