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Lincoln, Canterbury | Post Code, Weather, Map & nearby locations

Explore Lincoln, Canterbury, in the Nelson City, Nelson. This includes the postal code, map coordinates (latitude and longitude), travel guide, weather, police station, college, schools, airport, railway station, business, cinema, nearby street addresses and nearby locations of interest.

Overview

Lincoln is a town in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand. It is located about 22 kilometers southwest of Christchurch and is the second-largest town in the district. Lincoln has a population of over 5,000 and is known for its agricultural and horticultural industries.

Lincoln Details
LocationLincoln
RegionCanterbury
District CouncilSelwyn District
Postal Code:7674,7608
Current Time:04:23 AM
Date:Saturday, January 18, 2025(NZST)
Time zone:NZST (UTC+12:00)
Elevation / Altitude52.57 meters. Above Seal level
Latitude-43.6398
Longitude172.4865
DMS Lat-44° 21' 36.7132''
DMS Long172° 29' 11.5598''

History

The town of Lincoln was established in the 1860s as a service center for the surrounding farming community. It was named after the University of Lincoln in England, which had ties to the area's early settlers. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lincoln was a major center for the New Zealand flax industry, which produced fibers used for rope and other products. Today, the town is home to Lincoln University, which was established in 1878 as the South Island's first agricultural college.

Geography

Lincoln is situated on the Canterbury Plains and is surrounded by farmland. The town is located near the foothills of the Southern Alps and has views of several prominent peaks, including Mount Hutt and Mount Somers. The Liffey River runs through the town, providing a source of irrigation for local farms.

Lincoln is located at latitude -43.63980188 and longitude 172.48654440 (decimal degrees), and approximately at latitude -44° 21' 36.7132'' and longitude 172° 29' 11.5598'' (DMS).
Below is map of Lincoln

Demographics

The population of Lincoln is predominantly European, with a smaller number of Māori and Pacific Islander residents. The town has a high proportion of residents with tertiary education qualifications due to the presence of Lincoln University.

Climate

Lincoln has a temperate climate, with warm summers and cool winters. The town is known for its clear, sunny days and low rainfall compared to other parts of the country.

Lincoln Live Weather & 5-day Forecast: Stay informed on current and upcoming weather.

Lincoln Live Weather

Temperature: 13.63 °C
Overcast clouds
Humidity: 87%
Wind: 1.62 mt/sec towards E
observed on 17 Jan 2025 18:00

Lincoln Weather Forecast for Next 5 days

17-01-2025
12.22°C to 13.63°C
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18-01-2025
20.34°C to 20.34°C
Light rain
19-01-2025
22.66°C to 22.66°C
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20-01-2025
21.39°C to 21.39°C
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21-01-2025
15.91°C to 15.91°C
Moderate rain
22-01-2025
18.22°C to 18.22°C
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Landmarks and Tourist Attractions

One of the main attractions in Lincoln is the Lincoln Farmers' and Craft Market, which is held every Saturday and features local produce, crafts and live music. Other popular tourist attractions in the area include the Lincoln Heritage Trail, which explores the town's history and the Lincoln Golf Club, which offers scenic views of the Southern Alps.

Economy

Lincoln is primarily an agricultural town, with a focus on dairy farming, sheep farming and horticulture. The town is also home to several research institutes and businesses associated with the agricultural industry, including AgResearch and Plant and Food Research.