Richmond, New Zealand
Southland · New Zealand
Richmond is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 2,910. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 52°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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About Richmond
Richmond is a suburb of New Zealand's southernmost city, Invercargill.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,910 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | -46.4084°, 168.3601° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Southland |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.4 inches (1,179 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.0 inches (8 cm) |
About Richmond
Richmond is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 2,910. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Richmond
Richmond has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jan (14.1°C), the coldest is Jul (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1101 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 189.6 sq mi (491.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4084°S, 168.3601°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1987 | DEEP COVE | Meteorological | - | - | 141 km |
| 1839 | WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND | Unknown | - | - | 63 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 56°F (14°C) | 3.9 in |
Richmond has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in June to 61°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (2.4").
Schools in Richmond
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Middle School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Richmond
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Richmond
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awarua Communications Museum | ||||
| Bill Richardson Transport World | ||||
| Bluff Maritime Museum | ||||
| Classic Motorcycles Mecca |
Libraries in Richmond
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Richmond
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Richmond
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Richmond
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Richmond
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Richmond
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Richmond
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Richmond
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Richmond
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Richmond
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Richmond
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Richmond
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Richmond
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Richmond
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Richmond
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Richmond
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Brewery |
Airports Near Richmond
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Airport | IVC | Medium Airport |
| Center Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Centre Bush Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Gore3 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mandeville Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ryan's Creek Aerodrome | SZS | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Richmond
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Invercargill NZ Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Richmond
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| C3 Church Invercargill | |
| Central Baptist Church | |
| City Impact Church | |
| Cornerstone New Life Church | |
| Invercargill Central Baptist Church | |
| Invercargill Christian Centre | |
| Invercargill Seventh-day Adventist | |
| St John's Anglican Church | |
| Tay Street Baptist Church |
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UFO Sightings Near Richmond
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Richmond.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Invercargill (new zealand) | 2002 | object seems to disintergrate as if re-entering the aptmostphere |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Richmond?
Richmond has a population of 2,910 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 189.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Richmond?
Richmond has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.
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