Rakaia, New Zealand
Canterbury · New Zealand
Rakaia is a small town in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 1,510. Elevation: 387 ft (118 m). Average temperature: 53°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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People
Climate
| Population | 1,510 |
| Population Density | 2,069 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Coordinates | -43.7500°, 172.0167° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Canterbury |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.9 inches (683 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rakaia
Rakaia is a small town in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 1,510. The city sits at an elevation of 387 feet (118 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,069/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7500°S, 172.0167°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 141 km |
| 1895 | PIEGON BAY | Meteorological | 5.0 m | - | 71 km |
| 1881 | PIGEON BAY (BANKS PENINSULA) | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 71 km |
| 1856 | S CANTERBURY PROVINCE, SOUTH ISLAND | Unknown | 1.0 m | - | 28 km |
| 1869 | NEW ZEALAND | Unknown | 0.6 m | - | 143 km |
| 1922 | SE. NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 115 km |
| 1978 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | - | - | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 2.1 in |
Rakaia has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 43°F in July to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.7") and September the driest (1.9").
Schools in Rakaia
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rakaia School | - | - | - | - |
| Chertsey School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rakaia
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass FM | community radio, local news | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Rakaia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rakaia Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Rakaia
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rakaia
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rakaia
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rakaia
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Rakaia
7 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Hutt Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Porters Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mount Olympus Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mount Cheeseman Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mt Cheeseman Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Broken River Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Craigieburn Valley Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Rakaia
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Christchurch International Airport | CHC | Large Airport |
| Anama airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashburton Airport | ASG | Small Airport |
| Dunsandel | - | Small Airport |
| Fernside Fields Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Field Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Kings (Ladbrooks) | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Hutt Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pudding Hill Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Rangiora Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rangitata Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Springfield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taitapu Ag strip | - | Small Airport |
| West Melton Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Worthy Lodge airstrip (Ladbrooks) | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rakaia
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Ita's Parish - Rakaia | |
| St James' Anglican Church - Chertsey | |
| St Mark's Anglican Church - Rakaia |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rakaia
What is the population of Rakaia?
Rakaia has a population of 1,510 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2,069 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rakaia?
Rakaia has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches.
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