Ahaura, New Zealand
West Coast · New Zealand
Ahaura is a small town in West Coast, New Zealand with a population of 100. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 52°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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People
Climate
| Population | 100 |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Coordinates | -42.3493°, 171.5393° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | West Coast |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 115.5 inches (2,933 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ahaura
Ahaura is a small town in New Zealand (West Coast) with a population of 100. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.3493°S, 171.5393°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.5 m (21 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2016 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.5 m | 2 | 131 km |
| 1913 | TASMAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 61 km |
| 1869 | NEW ZEALAND | Unknown | 0.6 m | - | 63 km |
| 1922 | SE. NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 140 km |
| 1978 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | - | - | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 9.0 in | |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 7.6 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 9.5 in | |
| May | 47°F (9°C) | 11.7 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 7.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 12.3 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 13.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 12.6 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 10.3 in |
Ahaura has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in July to 60°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 115.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.6") and February the driest (6.0").
Schools in Ahaura
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paparoa Range School | - | - | - | - |
| Awahono School - Grey Valley | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Ahaura
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ahaura
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Ahaura
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Basin Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ahaura
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hokitika Airfield | HKK | Medium Airport |
| Westport Airport | WSZ | Medium Airport |
| Greymouth Airport | GMN | Small Airport |
| Lake Haupiri/Gloriavale Christian Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ahaura
What is the population of Ahaura?
Ahaura has a population of 100 residents and is located in New Zealand..
What is the weather like in Ahaura?
Ahaura has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 115.5 inches.
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