Hokitika, New Zealand
West Coast · New Zealand
Hokitika is a small town in West Coast, New Zealand with a population of 2,920. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 53°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 Hokitika
Hokitika is a town in the West Coast region of New Zealand's South Island, 40 kilometres (25 mi) south of Greymouth, and close to the mouth of the Hokitika River. It is the seat and largest town in the Westland District. The town's estimated population is 3,420 as of June 2025.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,920 |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -42.7167°, 170.9667° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | West Coast |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.0 inches (2,387 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hokitika
Hokitika is a small town in New Zealand (West Coast) with a population of 2,920. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Hokitika
Hokitika has an average annual temperature of 11.8°C (53°F). The hottest month is Feb (16.1°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2753 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.7167°S, 170.9667°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1913 | TASMAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 111 km |
| 1869 | NEW ZEALAND | Unknown | 0.6 m | - | 1 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 9.1 in | |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 8.0 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 7.9 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 7.0 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 7.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 9.0 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 7.9 in |
Hokitika has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 45°F in July to 61°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 94.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.6") and February the driest (5.6").
Schools in Hokitika
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hokitika Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Westland High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaniere School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Hokitika
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gem & Mineral Hall | ||||
| Hokitika Museum |
Libraries in Hokitika
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westland District Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Hokitika
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hokitika
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hokitika
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Hokitika
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Hokitika
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Hokitika
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Hokitika
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hokitika
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hokitika
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Hokitika
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Hokitika
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porters Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mount Olympus Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mount Cheeseman Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mt Cheeseman Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Temple Basin Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Hokitika
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hokitika Airfield | HKK | Medium Airport |
| Arrowsmith Station | - | Small Airport |
| Greymouth Airport | GMN | Small Airport |
| Lake Haupiri/Gloriavale Christian Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manuka Point Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hokitika
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saint's Hokitika | |
| St Andrew's Untied Church | |
| St Mary's Catholic Church |
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Waterfalls Near Hokitika
5 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Hokitika.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Dorothy Falls | Height: 64.0 |
| Isobel Falls | |
| Michele Falls | |
| Price Falls | Height: 75.0 |
| Tarleton Falls |
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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Hokitika has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 94.0 inches.
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