Twizel, New Zealand
Canterbury · New Zealand
Twizel is a small town in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 1,650. Elevation: 1,529 ft (466 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°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 | 1,650 |
| Population Density | 350 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,529 ft (466 m) |
| Coordinates | -44.2584°, 170.1006° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Canterbury |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.4 inches (1,051 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Twizel
Twizel is a small town in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 1,650. The city sits at an elevation of 1,529 feet (466 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Twizel
Twizel has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jan (16.4°C), the coldest is Jul (2.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 502 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,529 ft (466 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 350/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.2584°S, 170.1006°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2002 | ALBERT TOWN | Meteorological | - | - | 87 km |
| 1886 | JACKSON BAY, SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | - | - | 123 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 38°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 40°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in |
Twizel has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 37°F in July to 60°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.3") and November the driest (2.5").
Schools in Twizel
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twizel Area School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Twizel
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Twizel
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twizel Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Twizel
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Twizel
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Twizel
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Twizel
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Twizel
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Twizel
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Twizel
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Twizel
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Twizel
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awakino Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ōhau Snow Fields | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mount Dobson Ski Field | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Roundhill Ski Field | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Twizel
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glentanner Airport | GTN | Medium Airport |
| Mount Cook Airport | MON | Medium Airport |
| Pukaki Airport | TWZ | Medium Airport |
| Cattle Creek Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dingleburn Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Karangarua River Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Omarama Glider Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paringa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tekapo Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Twizel
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Twizel Postal Services |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Twizel
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Church |
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Waterfalls Near Twizel
3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Twizel.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Gates of Haast | Height: 4 |
| Mary Waterfall | Height: 141.0 |
| Thunder Creek Falls | Height: 96.0 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Twizel
What is the population of Twizel?
Twizel has a population of 1,650 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 350 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Twizel?
Twizel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches.
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