Shannon, New Zealand
Manawatu-Wanganui · New Zealand
Shannon is a small town in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand with a population of 1,520. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°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 Shannon
Shannon is a small town in the Horowhenua District of New Zealand's North Island. it is located 28 kilometres southwest of Palmerston North and 15 kilometres northeast of Levin.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,520 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | -40.5483°, 175.4202° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Manawatu-Wanganui |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.7 inches (1,795 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.3 inches (1 cm) |
About Shannon
Shannon is a small town in New Zealand (Manawatu-Wanganui) with a population of 1,520. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 443.0 sq mi (1,147.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5483°S, 175.4202°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1931 | N. NEW ZEALAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 15.0 m | 261 | 101 km |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | - | 86 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 142 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 156 km |
| Taranaki | Stratovolcano | 2,518 m (8,261 ft) | 1800 | 180 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 49°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 4.9 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 5.1 in |
Shannon has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 46°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (3.4").
Schools in Shannon
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koputaroa School | - | - | - | - |
| Shannon School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Shannon
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coast Access Radio MP3 | community radio | MP3 134 kbps | |
| 2XS FM Palmerston North | retro, rock | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Paekakariki 88.2FM | community, eclectic | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Shannon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Visual Museum | ||||
| Foxton Flax Stripper Museum | ||||
| Foxton Historical Society Museum | ||||
| Middleton Model Railway | ||||
| Mount Bruce Pioneer Museum | ||||
| Rugby Museum | ||||
| Shannon Railway Station Museum & Visitor Centre | ||||
| Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom | ||||
| Te Manawa Museum | ||||
| Tokomaru Steam Engine Museum |
Libraries in Shannon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awapuni Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Foxton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linton Camp Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Palmerston North City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Palmerston North City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shannon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Pātikitiki Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Takere | 0.0 | |||||
| Youth Space | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shannon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Street Market (Saturday) |
Cafes in Shannon
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Shannon
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shannon
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shannon
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Shannon
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shannon
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shannon
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hood Airport | MRO | Medium Airport |
| Palmerston North Airport | PMR | Medium Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| RNZAF Base Ohakea | OHA | Medium Airport |
| Wanganui Airport | WAG | Medium Airport |
| Alfredton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dannevirke Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Feilding Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flat Point Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Foxpine Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Martinborough Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papawai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shannon
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Josephs Catholic Church | |
| Saint Josephs Parish | |
| Shannon Gospel Chapel | |
| Shannon New Life Church |
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Waterfalls Near Shannon
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Shannon.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Ruapae Falls |
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Shannon?
Shannon has a population of 1,520 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 443.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shannon?
Shannon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 70.7 inches.
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