Havelock, New Zealand

Marlborough · New Zealand

Havelock is a small town in Marlborough, New Zealand with a population of 630. Elevation: 89 ft (27 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

630 Population 48/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
29.5 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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People

Population630
Density48/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population630
Population Density48 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates-41.2833°, 173.7667°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceMarlborough
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation29.5 inches (749 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.7 inches (2 cm)

About Havelock

Havelock is a small town in New Zealand (Marlborough) with a population of 630. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Havelock enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above New Zealand avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area13.1 sq mi (33.8 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates41.2833°S, 173.7667°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.5"
22% below New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.54"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.23"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,185 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 30, 2025.

Jul 21, 2013 38 km ESE of Blenheim, New Zealand M6.5 67 km
Aug 16, 2013 29 km SE of Blenheim, New Zealand M6.5 60 km
Jul 3, 2012 63 km S of Opunake, New Zealand M6.3 140 km
Apr 24, 2015 73 km S of Wakefield, New Zealand M6.1 107 km
Feb 10, 1990 90 km N of Amberley, New Zealand M6.0 143 km
May 27, 1992 21 km WSW of Blenheim, New Zealand M6.0 37 km
Jul 20, 2013 38 km ESE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.9 65 km
Aug 16, 2013 26 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.9 56 km
Aug 16, 2013 30 km ESE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.9 60 km
Mar 22, 1995 27 km N of Picton, New Zealand M5.8 34 km
Feb 15, 2023 55 km NW of Raumati Beach, New Zealand M5.7 104 km
May 24, 2020 29 km WNW of Foxton, New Zealand M5.6 142 km
Oct 4, 1990 25 km SE of Brooklyn, New Zealand M5.6 102 km
Jul 18, 2013 38 km E of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.5 61 km
Aug 16, 2013 30 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.5 61 km
Oct 6, 1990 24 km SW of Waipawa, New Zealand M5.5 136 km
Aug 16, 2013 25 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.4 55 km
Jan 5, 2017 36 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.4 66 km
Jul 15, 2009 83 km SSW of Opunake, New Zealand M5.4 124 km
Mar 13, 2005 83 km SSW of Opunake, New Zealand M5.4 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 103 km
1868 NEW ZEALAND Earthquake 3.0 m - 137 km
2013 WELLINGTON Earthquake 0.1 m - 60 km
2013 COOK STRAIT Earthquake 0.1 m - 67 km
1855 WHARANUI Earthquake - - 77 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in Warmest
February 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 4.7 in
April 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
May 49°F (9°C) 5.9 in
June 45°F (7°C) 4.8 in Coldest
July 47°F (8°C) 6.5 in Wettest
August 45°F (7°C) 6.1 in
September 48°F (9°C) 5.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 5.1 in
November 55°F (13°C) 5.4 in
December 58°F (15°C) 5.0 in

Havelock has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 45°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 61.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.5") and February the driest (3.2").

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Schools in Havelock

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Linkwater School - - - -
Havelock School - - - -
Canvastown School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Havelock

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Brian FM 105.6 Nelson NZ - AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Havelock

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brayshaw Park
Edwin Fox Maritime Museum
Havelock Heritage Museum
Marlborough Museum
Picton Heritage and Whaling Museum
Rai Valley Pioneer Cottage

Libraries in Havelock

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Marlborough Library0.0
Picton Library and Service Centre0.0

Farmers Markets in Havelock

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marlborough Farmers' Market

Hotels in Havelock

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bluemoon Lodge
Pelorus Tavern

Restaurants in Havelock

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Captain's Daughter
Mills Bay Mussels
Slip Inn
The Mussel Pot
The Queen Charlotte

Cafes in Havelock

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blue Kaff
Rays Place
The Sneaky Beach
Tui Coffee

Theatres in Havelock

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Havelock Theatre

Bus Stations in Havelock

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NZ #11964367471

Gas Stations in Havelock

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Allied Havelock
Challenge

Breweries in Havelock

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Moa Brewing Company

Airports Near Havelock

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nelson AirportNSNMedium Airport
Woodbourne AirportBHEMedium Airport
Cape Campbell airstrip-Small Airport
Omaka Blenheim Airport-Small Airport
Picton AerodromePCNSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Havelock

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sacred Heart
Sounds Anglican Parish

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Havelock

3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Havelock.

Name Description
First Waterfall Height: 9
Rai Falls Height: 5
Second Waterfall

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 Havelock

What is the population of Havelock?

Havelock has a population of 630 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 13.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Havelock?

Havelock enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches.

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