Aotea, New Zealand

Wellington Region · New Zealand

Aotea is a small town in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 4,170. Elevation: 696 ft (212 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

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

4,170 Population 3/sq mi density
696 ft Elevation 212 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
53.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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About Aotea

Aotea

In Māori tradition, Aotea is one of the canoes in which Māori migrated to New Zealand; it is particularly associated with the tribes of Taranaki and Whanganui, including Ngāti Ruanui, Ngāruahine, Ngā Rauru and other tribal groups.

People

Population4,170
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain53.8 in/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Population4,170
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Coordinates-39.6282°, 175.3102°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceWellington Region
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation53.8 inches (1,367 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Aotea

Aotea is a small town in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 4,170. The city sits at an elevation of 696 feet (212 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Aotea experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 696 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below New Zealand avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Area1,454.1 sq mi (3,766.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates39.6282°S, 175.3102°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.8"
42% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.16"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.11"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,369 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 98 km
Dec 7, 2012 27 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M6.3 149 km
Feb 19, 1990 41 km E of Palmerston North, New Zealand M6.3 105 km
Jul 3, 2012 63 km S of Opunake, New Zealand M6.3 140 km
Oct 25, 1999 24 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M6.2 112 km
Jan 20, 2014 35 km NNE of Masterton, New Zealand M6.1 122 km
Sep 19, 1995 15 km SW of Hawera, New Zealand M5.8 98 km
May 18, 1999 54 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.8 106 km
Feb 15, 2023 55 km NW of Raumati Beach, New Zealand M5.7 122 km
Jan 12, 2022 22 km ENE of Eltham, New Zealand M5.7 76 km
Apr 11, 1993 28 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.7 106 km
Oct 16, 2012 8 km NE of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 133 km
May 24, 2020 29 km WNW of Foxton, New Zealand M5.6 89 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 139 km
Sep 8, 1991 29 km WSW of Bulls, New Zealand M5.6 73 km
Mar 2, 1992 63 km N of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.5 119 km
Jul 5, 2011 29 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M5.5 113 km
Oct 15, 2001 21 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.5 112 km
May 24, 2001 38 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand M5.5 85 km
Sep 25, 1996 57 km ENE of Eltham, New Zealand M5.4 60 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

6 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 63 km
1910 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Meteorological 1.5 m 1 83 km
2022 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m - 105 km
1956 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 0.9 m - 91 km
1895 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - - 110 km
1846 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Unknown - - 83 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (45 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 45 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 59 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 108 km
Taranaki Stratovolcano 2,518 m (8,261 ft) 1800 113 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 150 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 161 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 4.0 in Warmest
February 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in
June 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in
July 43°F (6°C) 4.8 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 4.9 in
September 48°F (9°C) 4.9 in
October 52°F (11°C) 5.2 in Wettest
November 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
December 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in

Aotea has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in July to 61°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 53.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (3.1").

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Schools in Aotea

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kakatahi School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Aotea

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Brian FM 91.2 Whanganui NZ - AAC 128 kbps
Brian FM 91.2 Wanganui NZ - AAC 128 kbps
AWA FM community radio, iwi AAC 63 kbps

Museums in Aotea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dinosaur House
Ohakune Railway Museum
Waimarino Museum

Libraries in Aotea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ohakune Library0.0
Ruapehu District Council and Library0.0

Monuments in Aotea

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Taumata trig
Taupiri trig

Ski Resorts Near Aotea

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tūroa Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tukino Skifield 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Whakapapa Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Aotea

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmerston North AirportPMRMedium Airport
RNZAF Base OhakeaOHAMedium Airport
Wanganui AirportWAGMedium Airport
Feilding Airport-Small Airport
Taihape Airport-Small Airport
Turangi Airport-Small Airport
Waiouru Airport-Small Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Aotea

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Aotea.

Name Description
Raukawa Falls

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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What is the population of Aotea?

Aotea has a population of 4,170 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,454.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aotea?

Aotea has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 53.8 inches.

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