Witherlea, New Zealand
Marlborough · New Zealand
Witherlea is a small city in Marlborough, New Zealand with a population of 6,060. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°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 Witherlea
Witherlea is a suburb to the south of Blenheim's central district.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,060 |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.5283°, 173.9502° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Marlborough |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.5 inches (749 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.7 inches (2 cm) |
About Witherlea
Witherlea is a small city in New Zealand (Marlborough) with a population of 6,060. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.5283°S, 173.9502°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.0 m (36 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | - | 93 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 28 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 38 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | - | - | 46 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 3.3 in |
Witherlea has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 45°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.1").
Museums in Witherlea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brayshaw Park | ||||
| Edwin Fox Maritime Museum | ||||
| Marlborough Museum | ||||
| Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre | ||||
| Omaka Classic Cars | ||||
| Picton Heritage and Whaling Museum | ||||
| The Garrison Society - RNZAF Station Omaka |
Libraries in Witherlea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Picton Library and Service Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Witherlea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlborough Farmers' Market |
Breweries in Witherlea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moa Brewing Company |
Airports Near Witherlea
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Airport | NSN | Medium Airport |
| Woodbourne Airport | BHE | Medium Airport |
| Cape Campbell airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Molesworth Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Omaka Blenheim Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Picton Aerodrome | PCN | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Witherlea has a population of 6,060 residents and is located in New Zealand..
What is the weather like in Witherlea?
Witherlea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches.
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