Hope, New Zealand
Tasman District · New Zealand
Hope is a small town in Tasman District, New Zealand with a population of 970. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°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 | 970 |
| Population Density | 145 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.3667°, 173.1500° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Tasman District |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.6 inches (1,514 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.5 inches (9 cm) |
About Hope
Hope is a small town in New Zealand (Tasman District) with a population of 970. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.6 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3667°S, 173.1500°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | - | 130 km |
| 1913 | TASMAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 145 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 93 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 106 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | - | - | 100 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 4.2 in |
Hope has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 44°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (2.7").
Schools in Hope
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope School | - | - | - | - |
| Ranzau School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hope
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 Hope
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Founders Heritage Park | ||||
| Maritime museum | ||||
| Nelson Classic Car Museum | ||||
| Nelson Provincial Museum | ||||
| Port Museum |
Libraries in Hope
| 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 | |||||
| Wakefield Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hope
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Farmers Market | |||||
| The Nelson Market |
Gas Stations in Hope
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Hope
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two Thumbs Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Hope
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Hope
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Hope
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Airport | NSN | Medium Airport |
| Woodbourne Airport | BHE | Medium Airport |
| Lake Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Molesworth Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Motueka Airport | MZP | Small Airport |
| Takaka Airport | KTF | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hope
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hope Community Church | |
| Saint Johns Lutheran Church | |
| St. Michael's |
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Waterfalls Near Hope
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Hope.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Whispering falls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Hope
What is the population of Hope?
Hope has a population of 970 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 145 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hope?
Hope has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 59.6 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.
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