Wallacetown, New Zealand

Southland · New Zealand

Wallacetown is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 730. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

730 Population 4/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
46.4 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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People

Population730
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population730
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-46.3333°, 168.2833°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceSouthland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation46.4 inches (1,179 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)

About Wallacetown

Wallacetown is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 730. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Climate in Wallacetown

Wallacetown has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jan (14.1°C), the coldest is Jul (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1101 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.1°C / 57°F 9.5° / 18.7° 109.5
Feb 14°C / 57°F 9.3° / 18.6° 79.3
Mar 12.6°C / 55°F 7.8° / 17.5° 84.9
Apr 10.4°C / 51°F 5.7° / 15° 86.2
May 8.2°C / 47°F 4° / 12.5° 103.8
Jun 6°C / 43°F 1.9° / 10° 93.7
Jul 5.4°C / 42°F 1.1° / 9.6° 87.2
Aug 6.7°C / 44°F 2.3° / 11.1° 77.6
Sep 8.5°C / 47°F 4° / 13° 89.9
Oct 9.9°C / 50°F 5.4° / 14.3° 96.6
Nov 11.3°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.7° 101.4
Dec 13.2°C / 56°F 8.5° / 17.8° 91.0
Wallacetown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below New Zealand avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area189.6 sq mi (491.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates46.3333°S, 168.2833°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (May) 4.09"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

151 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Jan 1, 2025.

Jul 15, 2009 97 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M7.8 147 km
Aug 21, 2003 53 km W of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.9 148 km
Sep 30, 2003 53 km W of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.6 134 km
Feb 28, 2010 48 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.1 119 km
Jul 12, 2008 85 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.1 129 km
Aug 21, 2003 25 km NNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.1 136 km
Apr 25, 2000 35 km WNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.0 134 km
Jul 15, 2009 77 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.9 110 km
Jul 16, 2009 99 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.9 148 km
Aug 30, 2009 80 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.9 142 km
Jul 15, 2009 54 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.9 132 km
Jul 29, 2009 80 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.9 149 km
Jul 15, 2009 69 km W of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.8 148 km
Oct 8, 2009 80 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.8 146 km
Feb 21, 2007 38 km WNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.8 139 km
Jul 15, 2009 82 km WNW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.8 102 km
Jul 15, 2009 78 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.8 145 km
Feb 28, 2004 54 km WNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.8 149 km
May 11, 2012 61 km WNW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.7 81 km
May 28, 2011 55 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.7 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2009 OFF WEST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND Earthquake 0.5 m - 147 km
1987 DEEP COVE Meteorological - - 131 km
1839 WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND Unknown - - 72 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 4.0 in Warmest
February 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
March 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
May 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in Coldest
July 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
August 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in Driest
September 48°F (9°C) 2.9 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
December 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in

Wallacetown has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in June to 61°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and August the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Wallacetown

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wallacetown School - - - -
Makarewa School - - - -
Waianiwa School - - - -
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Museums in Wallacetown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Awarua Communications Museum
Bill Richardson Transport World
Classic Motorcycles Mecca

Libraries in Wallacetown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Invercargill Public Library0.0
Winton public library0.0

Gas Stations in Wallacetown

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S.
NZ #3461945254

Breweries in Wallacetown

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Invercargill Brewery

Airports Near Wallacetown

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Invercargill AirportIVCMedium Airport
Center Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Centre Bush Aerodrome-Small Airport
Gore3 Airport-Small Airport
Mandeville Aerodrome-Small Airport
Ryan's Creek AerodromeSZSSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

🇳🇿 About New Zealand

Capital Wellington
Population 4,885,500
Area 268,680 km²
GDP (USD) $255,194,972,673
GDP per capita $49,076
HDI 0.939
Life expectancy 83.0 years
Internet users 96.2%
Urban population 83.9%
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code +64
TLD .nz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in New Zealand

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Day after New Year's Day
Jan 19 Wellington Anniversary Day Wellington Anniversary Day
Jan 26 Auckland Anniversary Day Auckland/Northland Anniversary Day
Feb 2 Nelson Anniversary Day Nelson Anniversary Day
Feb 6 Waitangi Day Waitangi Day
Mar 9 Taranaki Anniversary Day Taranaki Anniversary Day
Mar 23 Otago Anniversary Day Otago Anniversary Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 7 Southland Anniversary Day Southland Anniversary Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Jun 1 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Jul 10 Matariki Matariki
Sep 28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Dominion Day
Oct 23 Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Oct 26 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 2 Marlborough Anniversary Day Marlborough Anniversary Day
Nov 13 Canterbury Anniversary Day Canterbury (North & Central) Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Chatham Islands Anniversary Day Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Westland Anniversary Day Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wallacetown

What is the population of Wallacetown?

Wallacetown has a population of 730 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 189.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Wallacetown?

Wallacetown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

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