Gisborne, New Zealand
Gisborne · New Zealand
Gisborne is a mid-size city in Gisborne, New Zealand with a population of 37,000. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°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 | 37,000 |
| Population Density | 2,495 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.6533°, 178.0042° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Gisborne |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.3 inches (2,244 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.3 inches (1 cm) |
About Gisborne
Gisborne is a mid-size city in New Zealand (Gisborne) with a population of 37,000. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Gisborne
Gisborne has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.3°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 981 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 14.8 sq mi (38.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,495/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6533°S, 178.0042°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1947 | OFF COAST OF NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 10.0 m | - | 78 km |
| 1947 | OFF COAST OF NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.0 m | - | 81 km |
| 1914 | TOLAGA BAY, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 1 | 96 km |
| 1880 | GISBORNE | Earthquake | - | - | 77 km |
| 1831 | POVERTY BAY, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 5 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Okataina (144 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 144 km |
| Whakaari/White Island | Stratovolcano(es) | 294 m (965 ft) | 2019 | 145 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 148 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 169 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in |
Gisborne has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 47°F in July to 65°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.3") and October the driest (3.0").
Colleges & Universities in Gisborne
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| EIT Rural Studies Unit | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Gisborne
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Horouta Wananga | - | - | - | - |
| Gisborne Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Hapara School | - | - | - | - |
| Gisborne Boys' High School | - | - | - | - |
| Gisborne Girls' High School | - | - | - | - |
| Awapuni School | - | - | - | - |
| Riverdale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gisborne
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Switch FM Gisborne | dance | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Gisborne
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C Company Memorial House | ||||
| East Coast Museum of Technology | ||||
| Gisborne City Vintage Railway | ||||
| Sled House | ||||
| Tairawhiti Museum | ||||
| Wylie Cottage |
Libraries in Gisborne
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H. B. Williams Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Veterinaries in Gisborne
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gisborne
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gisborne Airport | GIS | Medium Airport |
| Wairoa Airport | WIR | Medium Airport |
| Opotiki Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gisborne
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Encounter Life City Church | |
| Grace Church | |
| Wesley Methodist Parish |
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What is the population of Gisborne?
Gisborne has a population of 37,000 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2,495 people per square mile, spread across 14.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gisborne?
Gisborne enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 88.3 inches.
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