Russell, New Zealand
Northland · New Zealand
Russell is a small town in Northland, New Zealand with a population of 800. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°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 | 800 |
| Population Density | 82 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.2615°, 174.1226° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Northland |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.4 inches (1,712 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Russell
Russell is a small town in New Zealand (Northland) with a population of 800. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.6°F |
| 9% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 9.8 sq mi (25.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2615°S, 174.1226°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kaikohe-Bay of Islands (21 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kaikohe-Bay of Islands | Volcanic field | 388 m (1,273 ft) | 400 | 21 km |
| Whangarei | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 397 m (1,302 ft) | Unknown | 56 km |
| Auckland Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 260 m (853 ft) | 1350 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 65°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 3.7 in |
Russell has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 52°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 55.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (3.5").
Schools in Russell
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Russell
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beagle 88.1 | alternative, funk | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The Generator | classic rock, hard rock | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Russell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission House | ||||
| Pompallier French Catholic Mission | ||||
| Russell Museum | ||||
| Stone Store | ||||
| Te Ahurea | ||||
| Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi | ||||
| Te Rau Aroha | ||||
| Te Waimate Mission House |
Libraries in Russell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Williams House Paihia Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawakawa Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paihia Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Procter Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Procter Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Russell
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay of Islands Farmers Market | |||||
| The Old Packhouse Market |
Hotels in Russell
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Russell
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Russell
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Russell
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Russell
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kerikeri Airport | KKE | Medium Airport |
| Whangarei Airport | WRE | Medium Airport |
| Ahu Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broadwood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dargaville Aerodrome | DGR | Small Airport |
| Kahikatoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kaikohe Airport | KKO | Small Airport |
| Koheroa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mangamuka Bridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maromaku West Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maungaparenua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngatieke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Omapere Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Paponga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pouerua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rangiahua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Remuera Settlement Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rotokoma Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ruapekapeka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tahere Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Te Kene Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Te Rore Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Toots Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Umawera Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waiaruhe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waihou Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waimaho Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wairapakuru Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waitotehoanga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waro Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Russell
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Russell Stationers |
Treatment Centers in Russell
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Northland Hand Therapy |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Russell
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bay of Islands Uniting Church - Russell Church | |
| Christ Church | |
| Russell Baptist Church |
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Shipwrecks Near Russell
1 documented shipwrecks found near Russell.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| HMNZS Canterbury | - | A Leander-class frigate that was scuttled as a dive wreck in the Bay of Islands. |
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What is the population of Russell?
Russell has a population of 800 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Russell?
Russell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.
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