Atawhai, New Zealand
Nelson Region · New Zealand
Atawhai is a small town in Nelson Region, New Zealand with a population of 2,920. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°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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About Atawhai
Atawhai is a suburb of Nelson, on the South Island of New Zealand. It lies north of Nelson and is the location of Wakapuaka Cemetery, a burial place since 1861. It also has a coastline on Nelson Haven and access to Boulder Bank via State Highway 6.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,920 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.2333°, 173.3167° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Nelson Region |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.4 inches (1,332 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Atawhai
Atawhai is a small town in New Zealand (Nelson Region) with a population of 2,920. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 171.8 sq mi (445.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2333°S, 173.3167°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.0 m (36 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | - | 141 km |
| 1868 | NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 118 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 89 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 100 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | - | - | 101 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 4.0 in |
Atawhai has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 44°F in July to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.7") and February the driest (2.7").
Radio Stations near Atawhai
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian FM 105.6 Nelson NZ | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| BeachFM 106.3 | 00s, 60s | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Atawhai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Founders Heritage Park | ||||
| Maritime museum | ||||
| Nelson Classic Car Museum | ||||
| Nelson Provincial Museum | ||||
| Port Museum |
Libraries in Atawhai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elma Turner Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapua Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapua Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nightingale Library Tāhunanui | 0.0 | |||||
| Richmond Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stoke Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Atawhai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Farmers Market | |||||
| The Nelson Market |
Restaurants in Atawhai
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Atawhai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two Thumbs Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Atawhai
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Atawhai
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Atawhai
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Airport | NSN | Medium Airport |
| Woodbourne Airport | BHE | Medium Airport |
| Lake Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Motueka Airport | MZP | Small Airport |
| Omaka Blenheim Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Picton Aerodrome | PCN | Small Airport |
| Takaka Airport | KTF | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Atawhai?
Atawhai has a population of 2,920 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 171.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Atawhai?
Atawhai has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.4 inches.
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