Aokautere, New Zealand

Manawatu-Wanganui · New Zealand

Aokautere is a small town in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand with a population of 870. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

870 Population 4/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
70.7 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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People

Population870
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain70.7 in/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Population870
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates-40.3667°, 175.6667°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceManawatu-Wanganui
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation70.7 inches (1,795 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)

About Aokautere

Aokautere is a small town in New Zealand (Manawatu-Wanganui) with a population of 870. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Aokautere enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 70.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above New Zealand avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area242.7 sq mi (628.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates40.3667°S, 175.6667°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.7"
86% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.47"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.15"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,222 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 13, 2025.

May 13, 1990 39 km E of Palmerston North, New Zealand M6.4 35 km
Feb 19, 1990 41 km E of Palmerston North, New Zealand M6.3 37 km
Jan 20, 2014 35 km NNE of Masterton, New Zealand M6.1 35 km
Sep 19, 1995 15 km SW of Hawera, New Zealand M5.8 148 km
Feb 15, 2023 55 km NW of Raumati Beach, New Zealand M5.7 98 km
Apr 11, 1993 28 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.7 102 km
May 24, 2020 29 km WNW of Foxton, New Zealand M5.6 60 km
Oct 4, 1990 25 km SE of Brooklyn, New Zealand M5.6 138 km
Sep 8, 1991 29 km WSW of Bulls, New Zealand M5.6 54 km
Oct 6, 1990 24 km SW of Waipawa, New Zealand M5.5 139 km
Mar 2, 1992 63 km N of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.5 59 km
Oct 15, 2001 21 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.5 109 km
Sep 24, 2001 67 km NNE of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.4 72 km
Apr 25, 2023 37 km E of Dannevirke, New Zealand M5.4 74 km
Sep 25, 1996 57 km ENE of Eltham, New Zealand M5.4 146 km
Jun 9, 1991 38 km SSW of Patea, New Zealand M5.4 112 km
Jul 12, 1991 23 km ENE of Waiouru, New Zealand M5.3 113 km
Apr 25, 2023 North Island of New Zealand M5.3 78 km
Feb 18, 2003 63 km NNE of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.3 82 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km SE of Upper Hutt, New Zealand M5.3 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1931 N. NEW ZEALAND Eruption + Earthquake 15.0 m 261 73 km
1855 NORTHERN ISLAND Earthquake 11.0 m - 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (121 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 121 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 135 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 174 km
Taranaki Stratovolcano 2,518 m (8,261 ft) 1800 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in Warmest
February 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in Driest
March 60°F (15°C) 3.9 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.8 in
June 46°F (8°C) 5.1 in Coldest
July 49°F (10°C) 5.3 in
August 47°F (8°C) 4.7 in
September 50°F (10°C) 5.5 in Wettest
October 53°F (11°C) 4.5 in
November 56°F (13°C) 4.0 in
December 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in

Aokautere has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 46°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 53.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (3.2").

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Schools in Aokautere

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Aokautere School - - - -
Tai Wānanga Tū Toa - - - -
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Radio Stations near Aokautere

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2XS FM Palmerston North retro, rock MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Aokautere

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coach House Museum
Luttrells Gardens and Museum
Rugby Museum
Te Manawa Museum
Tokomaru Steam Engine Museum
Traction Engine Museum
Tui Brewery Museum

Libraries in Aokautere

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ashhurst Community Library0.0
Awapuni Library0.0
Feilding Public Library0.0
Library0.0
Linton Camp Community Library0.0
Palmerston North City Library0.0
Palmerston North City Library0.0
Sanson Community Library0.0
Sanson Library0.0
Te Pātikitiki Community Library0.0
Youth Space0.0

Farmers Markets in Aokautere

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Albert Street Market (Saturday)

Breweries in Aokautere

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tui Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Aokautere

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Aokautere

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hood AirportMROMedium Airport
Palmerston North AirportPMRMedium Airport
Paraparaumu AirportPPQMedium Airport
RNZAF Base OhakeaOHAMedium Airport
Wanganui AirportWAGMedium Airport
Alfredton Airport-Small Airport
Dannevirke Aerodrome-Small Airport
Feilding Airport-Small Airport
Foxpine Aerodrome-Small Airport
Otaki Airport-Small Airport
Papawai Airfield-Small Airport
Taihape Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

🇳🇿 About New Zealand

Capital Wellington
Population 4,885,500
Area 268,680 km²
GDP (USD) $255,194,972,673
GDP per capita $49,076
HDI 0.939
Life expectancy 83.0 years
Internet users 96.2%
Urban population 83.9%
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code +64
TLD .nz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in New Zealand

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Day after New Year's Day
Jan 19 Wellington Anniversary Day Wellington Anniversary Day
Jan 26 Auckland Anniversary Day Auckland/Northland Anniversary Day
Feb 2 Nelson Anniversary Day Nelson Anniversary Day
Feb 6 Waitangi Day Waitangi Day
Mar 9 Taranaki Anniversary Day Taranaki Anniversary Day
Mar 23 Otago Anniversary Day Otago Anniversary Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 7 Southland Anniversary Day Southland Anniversary Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Jun 1 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Jul 10 Matariki Matariki
Sep 28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Dominion Day
Oct 23 Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Oct 26 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 2 Marlborough Anniversary Day Marlborough Anniversary Day
Nov 13 Canterbury Anniversary Day Canterbury (North & Central) Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Chatham Islands Anniversary Day Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Westland Anniversary Day Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aokautere

What is the population of Aokautere?

Aokautere has a population of 870 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 242.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aokautere?

Aokautere enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 70.7 inches.

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