Reefton, New Zealand
West Coast · New Zealand
Reefton is a small town in West Coast, New Zealand with a population of 900. Elevation: 653 ft (199 m). Average temperature: 50°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 | 900 |
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Coordinates | -42.1167°, 171.8667° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | West Coast |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 99.4 inches (2,525 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Reefton
Reefton is a small town in New Zealand (West Coast) with a population of 900. The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet (199 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 99.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.1167°S, 171.8667°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 119 km |
| 1913 | TASMAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 47 km |
| 1869 | NEW ZEALAND | Unknown | 0.6 m | - | 100 km |
| 1922 | SE. NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 135 km |
| 1978 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | - | - | 140 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 7.7 in | |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 6.6 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 9.3 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 9.1 in | |
| June | 42°F (5°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 8.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 9.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 9.5 in | |
| December | 56°F (14°C) | 8.5 in |
Reefton has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in July to 59°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 99.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.3") and February the driest (5.6").
Colleges & Universities in Reefton
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tai Poutini Polytechnic | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Reefton
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reefton Area School | - | - | - | - |
| Sacred Heart School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Reefton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blacks Point Museum | ||||
| School of Mines |
Hotels in Reefton
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Reefton
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Reefton
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Reefton
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Reefton
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Westport Airport | WSZ | Medium Airport |
| Greymouth Airport | GMN | Small Airport |
| Lake Haupiri/Gloriavale Christian Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murchison Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Reefton
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart | |
| St Stephan's |
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Waterfalls Near Reefton
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Reefton.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Five Mile Creek Falls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
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Reefton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 99.4 inches.
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