Eltham, New Zealand
Taranaki Region · New Zealand
Eltham is a small town in Taranaki Region, New Zealand with a population of 2,040. Elevation: 719 ft (219 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 Eltham
Eltham is a small inland town in South Taranaki, New Zealand, located 50 kilometres (31 mi) south of the city of New Plymouth and southeast of the volcanic cone of Mount Taranaki. Stratford is 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) north, Kaponga 13 km (8 mi) west, and Hāwera is 19 km (12 mi) south. State Highway 3 runs through the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,040 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 719 ft (219 m) |
| Coordinates | -39.4292°, 174.3000° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Taranaki Region |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.8 inches (1,722 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Eltham
Eltham is a small town in New Zealand (Taranaki Region) with a population of 2,040. The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet (219 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 719 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 1,272.3 sq mi (3,295.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4292°S, 174.3000°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1868 | NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 140 km |
| 1910 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Meteorological | 1.5 m | 1 | 134 km |
| 1956 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | - | 142 km |
| 1846 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Unknown | - | - | 134 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taranaki (24 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taranaki | Stratovolcano | 2,518 m (8,261 ft) | 1800 | 24 km |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 110 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 119 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 162 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 5.1 in | |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 47°F (9°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 6.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (9°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in |
Eltham has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 46°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 67.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.8") and February the driest (4.3").
Schools in Eltham
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eltham School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Kura o Nga Ruahine Rangi | - | - | - | - |
| Ngaere School | - | - | - | - |
| Rawhitiroa School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Eltham
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Most FM 104.4 | alternative, taranaki | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Eltham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Village | ||||
| Tawhiti Museum |
Libraries in Eltham
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centennial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eltham LibraryPlus | 0.0 | |||||
| Hawera LibraryPlus | 0.0 | |||||
| Kaponga LibraryPlus | 0.0 | |||||
| Manaia LibraryPlus | 0.0 | |||||
| Public library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Eltham
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Eltham
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Eltham
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Eltham
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Eltham
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Eltham
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Eltham
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Eltham
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manganui Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Eltham
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| New Plymouth Airport | NPL | Medium Airport |
| Wanganui Airport | WAG | Medium Airport |
| Hawera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Norfolk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stratford Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Eltham
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eltham All Saints Anglican Church | |
| Eltham Baptist Church | |
| Saint Josephs Catholic Church | |
| Saint Marks Methodist-Presbyterian |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Eltham
What is the population of Eltham?
Eltham has a population of 2,040 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,272.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Eltham?
Eltham 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 46°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 67.8 inches.
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