Rolleston, New Zealand
Canterbury · New Zealand
Rolleston is a small city in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 21,900. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 54°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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People
Climate
| Population | 21,900 |
| Population Density | 2,570 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Coordinates | -43.5833°, 172.3833° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Canterbury |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.2 inches (869 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.1 inches (3 cm) |
About Rolleston
Rolleston is a small city in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 21,900. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Rolleston
Rolleston has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F). The hottest month is Feb (16.3°C), the coldest is Jul (7°C). Average annual precipitation is 711 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 8.5 sq mi (22.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,570/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5833°S, 172.3833°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 109 km |
| 1895 | PIEGON BAY | Meteorological | 5.0 m | - | 43 km |
| 1881 | PIGEON BAY (BANKS PENINSULA) | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 43 km |
| 1856 | S CANTERBURY PROVINCE, SOUTH ISLAND | Unknown | 1.0 m | - | 56 km |
| 1922 | SE. NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 82 km |
| 1978 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | - | - | 73 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 44°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in |
Rolleston has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 44°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.7") and September the driest (1.9").
Schools in Rolleston
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weedons School | - | - | - | - |
| Rolleston School | - | - | - | - |
| Clearview Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rolleston College | - | - | - | - |
| Rolleston Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Rōhutu Whio School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rolleston
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RDU 98.5FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 3ABN Christian Radio | bible teaching, christian | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Anthemz | - | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Akaroa World Radio | easy listening | AAC | |
| XS80s | 1980's, 1980s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dave FM | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Power Hit FM 87.8 - Christchurch, NZ | pop music, top 40 | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 8K.NZ | eclectic, independent | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RDU | alternative | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Rolleston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Force Museum | ||||
| Canterbury Museum Pop-Up | ||||
| Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery | ||||
| Ngaio Marsh House | ||||
| Pioneer Hall | ||||
| Rutherford's Den | ||||
| Steam Scene Museum | ||||
| Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities | ||||
| The Central Art Gallery | ||||
| The Whare | ||||
| Yaldhurst Museum |
Libraries in Rolleston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Library - Te Puna Mātauraka o Waitaha | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library - Te Puna Mātauraka o Waitaha | 0.0 | |||||
| Engineering and Physical Sciences Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fendalton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hornby Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Ivey Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeston Selwyn District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lincoln Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Macmillan Brown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Matatiki: Hornby Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Papanui Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Selwyn Huts community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Spreydon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tai Tapu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Ara Atea | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Ara Atea (Rolleston Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Upper Riccarton Community and School Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rolleston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch Farmers' Market | |||||
| Lincoln Saturday Market | |||||
| Riccarton Rotary Market | |||||
| Small farmers market | |||||
| The Provedore |
Restaurants in Rolleston
18 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rolleston
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rolleston
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rolleston
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rolleston
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rolleston
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rolleston
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rolleston
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rolleston
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rolleston
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Rolleston
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craigieburn Valley Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Rolleston
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Christchurch International Airport | CHC | Large Airport |
| Ashburton Airport | ASG | Small Airport |
| Dunsandel | - | Small Airport |
| Fernside Fields Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Field Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Kings (Ladbrooks) | - | Small Airport |
| Rangiora Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Springfield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taitapu Ag strip | - | Small Airport |
| West Melton Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Worthy Lodge airstrip (Ladbrooks) | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rolleston
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Rolleston Post Shop |
Treatment Centers in Rolleston
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Christchurch PsychMed | ||
| Ear Health Riccarton | ||
| Etu Pasifika | ||
| High Street City Health | ||
| Ilam Medical Centre | ||
| Maui Clinic | ||
| Straven Medical | ||
| The Merivale Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rolleston
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hope Presbyterian - Rolleston | |
| Lincoln Union Parish - Rolleston |
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What is the population of Rolleston?
Rolleston has a population of 21,900 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2,570 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rolleston?
Rolleston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.2 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.
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