Mount Richardson (Southland) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Richardson |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 540 m (1,770 ft) |
| Geography | |
| Country | New Zealand |
| State/Province | Southland |
| District | Southland District |
Mount Richardson is a hill located in the southwestern part of New Zealand. It is found in the Southland District, about 600 kilometers southwest of Wellington, which is the capital city of New Zealand. The very top of Mount Richardson is about 485 meters (1,591 feet) above sea level.
About Mount Richardson
The land around Mount Richardson is quite varied. To the northwest, you'll find rolling hills. However, as you look towards the southeast, the landscape becomes more mountainous. The highest point nearby is a peak called Te Hau. It stands tall at 1,703 meters (5,587 feet) above sea level. Te Hau is located about 7.9 kilometers south of Mount Richardson.
Mount Richardson itself is almost completely covered in thick forest. This makes it a green and natural area.
How Mount Richardson Got Its Name
This hill was named after an important person named John Richardson. He was the third Superintendent of Otago Province. A Superintendent was like a leader or governor of a region in New Zealand a long time ago.
Weather Around Mount Richardson
The area around Mount Richardson gets a lot of rain. On average, it receives about 2,920 millimeters (115 inches) of rain each year.
The wettest month is usually October, with about 356 millimeters (14 inches) of rain. February tends to be the driest month, still getting around 152 millimeters (6 inches) of rain.
