Weston, New Zealand
Otago · New Zealand
Weston is a small town in Otago, New Zealand with a population of 1,190. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 51°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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About Weston
Weston is a town situated 5 km (3.1 mi) inland from Oamaru, South Island, New Zealand. It is regarded as one of the more affluent towns of the Waitaki District and had a population of 1,050 in the 2018 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,190 |
| Population Density | 58 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Coordinates | -45.0833°, 170.9167° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Otago |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.6 inches (549 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Weston
Weston is a small town in New Zealand (Otago) with a population of 1,190. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.6 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Area | 20.5 sq mi (53.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0833°S, 170.9167°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1856 | S CANTERBURY PROVINCE, SOUTH ISLAND | Unknown | 1.0 m | - | 148 km |
| 2002 | ALBERT TOWN | Meteorological | - | - | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 42°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
Weston has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in July to 60°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.4") and September the driest (1.3").
Schools in Weston
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maheno School | - | - | - | - |
| Weston School | - | - | - | - |
| Papakaio School | - | - | - | - |
| Totara School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Weston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janet Frame's house | ||||
| Livery Stables | ||||
| North Otago Museum | ||||
| Whitestone City |
Libraries in Weston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ōamaru Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Weston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers market |
Gas Stations in Weston
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Weston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craftwork Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Weston
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awakino Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Weston
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Oamaru Airport | OAM | Medium Airport |
| Cattle Creek Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glenshe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waimate Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Weston
What is the population of Weston?
Weston has a population of 1,190 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 20.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Weston?
Weston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches.
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