Ravensbourne, New Zealand
Otago · New Zealand
Ravensbourne is a small town in Otago, New Zealand with a population of 1,209. Elevation: 59 ft (18 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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About Ravensbourne
Ravensbourne is a suburb of the New Zealand city of Dunedin. It is located on Otago Harbour on the steep southeastern slopes of Signal Hill. It lies on the harbour's northern shore, 4.5 kilometres (2.8 mi) east-northeast of the city centre.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,209 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | -45.8667°, 170.5500° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Otago |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.8 inches (884 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.1 inches (3 cm) |
About Ravensbourne
Ravensbourne is a small town in New Zealand (Otago) with a population of 1,209. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.7°F |
| 2% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 221.7 sq mi (574.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8667°S, 170.5500°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1839 | WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND | Unknown | - | - | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 44°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in |
Ravensbourne has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in June to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (2.2").
Schools in Ravensbourne
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunedin Rudolf Steiner School | - | - | - | - |
| Ravensbourne School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ravensbourne
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio One 91FM | community radio, disco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kiwi Folk Radio | folk, local | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ravensbourne
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunedin Gasworks Museum | ||||
| Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery | ||||
| Dunedin Public Art Gallery & Museum | ||||
| Fort Taiaroa | ||||
| Geology Museum | ||||
| New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame | ||||
| Olveston Historic Home | ||||
| Otago Museum | ||||
| Port Chalmers Maritime Museum | ||||
| The Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery | ||||
| Toitū Otago Settlers Museum |
Libraries in Ravensbourne
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archives New Zealand | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Star Books | 0.0 | |||||
| Blueskin Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunedin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hocken Collections | 0.0 | |||||
| L Block | 0.0 | |||||
| Mosgiel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Northcroft Library and Study Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| South Dunedin Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Otago Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ravensbourne
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otago Farmer's Market |
Breweries in Ravensbourne
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steamer Basin |
Stadiums & Teams in Ravensbourne
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ravensbourne
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dunedin International Airport | DUD | Medium Airport |
| Taieri Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Ravensbourne?
Ravensbourne has a population of 1,209 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 221.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ravensbourne?
Ravensbourne 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 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.
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