Tinwald, New Zealand
Canterbury · New Zealand
Tinwald is a small town in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 4,010. Elevation: 335 ft (102 m). Average temperature: 53°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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People
Climate
| Population | 4,010 |
| Population Density | 274 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 335 ft (102 m) |
| Coordinates | -43.9167°, 171.7167° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Canterbury |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.1 inches (687 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tinwald
Tinwald is a small town in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 4,010. The city sits at an elevation of 335 feet (102 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 335 ft (102 m) |
| Area | 14.6 sq mi (37.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 274/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.9167°S, 171.7167°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1895 | PIEGON BAY | Meteorological | 5.0 m | - | 98 km |
| 1881 | PIGEON BAY (BANKS PENINSULA) | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 98 km |
| 1856 | S CANTERBURY PROVINCE, SOUTH ISLAND | Unknown | 1.0 m | - | 25 km |
| 1869 | NEW ZEALAND | Unknown | 0.6 m | - | 147 km |
| 1922 | SE. NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 145 km |
| 1978 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | - | - | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 42°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 2.3 in |
Tinwald has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in July to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.6") and September the driest (1.8").
Schools in Tinwald
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tinwald School | - | - | - | - |
| Longbeach School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tinwald
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100,3FM South Canterbury | geraldine, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Compass FM | community radio, local news | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Tinwald
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashburton Art Gallery & Heritage Centre | ||||
| The Ashburton Fire Museum | ||||
| The Plains Museum | ||||
| The Plains Museum |
Libraries in Tinwald
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashburton Public Library | 0.0 |
Train Stations in Tinwald
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tinwald
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tinwald
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tinwald
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Tinwald
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Hutt Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Porters Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Tinwald
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Timaru Airport | TIU | Medium Airport |
| Anama airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Arrowsmith Station | - | Small Airport |
| Ashburton Airport | ASG | Small Airport |
| Dunsandel | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Field Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Hakatere Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manuka Point Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Hutt Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pudding Hill Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Rangitata Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Springfield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| West Melton Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tinwald
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ashburton Masjid | |
| Ashburton New Life Church | |
| Plains Museum Church | |
| St Andrew's Anglican Church - Tinwald |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Tinwald?
Tinwald has a population of 4,010 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 274 people per square mile, spread across 14.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tinwald?
Tinwald has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches.
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