Geography of Dunedin
Geography of Dunedin: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Dunedin
Queenstown Airport is 104 mi to the north-west, Wanaka is 105 mi to the north-west, Lake Wakatipu is 106 mi to the north-west and Queenstown is 107 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 45°52′43.7″S 170°30′10.1″E (-45.8788, 170.5028)
Quick facts about Dunedin
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Region | Otago |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 45°52′43.7″S 170°30′10.1″E (-45.8788, 170.5028) |
| Population | 135.000 |
| Known for | Scottish heritage and wildlife peninsula |
| Local time | 9:49 PM (UTC+12:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Dunedin is a city in Otago. Dunedin is known for Scottish heritage and wildlife peninsula. It has a population of about 135.000.
Right now it is 47°F (9°C) in Dunedin with overcast. It feels like 45°F. Today runs from 46°F to 58°F. Chance of precipitation is 75%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Dunedin is January, February, March, April and November. The climate is temperate. June, July and October tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 65°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 37°F.
The closest major airport is Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 104 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Wakatipu, South Island, Fiordland National Park and Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 58°F is 6.7°F above the 52°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Dunedin today at 9.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Dunedin month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63° | 50° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 65° | 50° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 62° | 48° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 60° | 46° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 54° | 40° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 51° | 39° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 51° | 38° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 52° | 37° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 56° | 41° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 58° | 42° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 61° | 46° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 63° | 49° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Dunedin?
Dunedin is a city in Otago. Its coordinates are -45.8788, 170.5028. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Dunedin right now?
It is currently 47°F (9°C) with overcast. Humidity is 88% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Dunedin?
January, February, March, April and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Dunedin, which has a temperate climate. June, July and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Dunedin in?
Dunedin observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 9:49 PM.
How many people live in Dunedin?
Dunedin has a population of approximately 135.000.
What is the nearest airport to Dunedin?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 104 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Dunedin?
Popular options include Lake Wakatipu, South Island, Fiordland National Park, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand, Milford Sound and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 9:49 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
