Jerusalem, New Zealand
Manawatu-Wanganui · New Zealand
Jerusalem is a small town in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand with a population of 1,155. Elevation: 262 ft (80 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 Jerusalem
Jerusalem is a settlement 66 kilometres (41 mi) up the Whanganui River from Whanganui, New Zealand. Originally called Patiarero, it was one of the largest settlements on the Whanganui River in the 1840s with several hundred Ngāti Hau inhabitants of the iwi Te Āti Haunui-a-Pāpārangi. Unlike other Whanganui River settlements given transliterated place names by Reverend Richard Taylor in the 1850s, Jerusalem is usually referred to using the English version of its name. It grew into several small settlements, including Roma and Peterehama, founded by the remains of Taylor's congregation after the majority converted to Catholicism when a Roman Catholic mission was built in 1854.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,155 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Coordinates | -39.5500°, 175.0667° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Manawatu-Wanganui |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.0 inches (1,447 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jerusalem
Jerusalem is a small town in New Zealand (Manawatu-Wanganui) with a population of 1,155. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 1,454.1 sq mi (3,766.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5500°S, 175.0667°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1931 | N. NEW ZEALAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 15.0 m | 261 | 86 km |
| 1910 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Meteorological | 1.5 m | 1 | 87 km |
| 2022 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 110 km |
| 1956 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | - | 96 km |
| 1895 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 116 km |
| 1846 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Unknown | - | - | 87 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (53 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 53 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 65 km |
| Taranaki | Stratovolcano | 2,518 m (8,261 ft) | 1800 | 90 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 114 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 153 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 5.0 in |
Jerusalem has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 44°F in July to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 57.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.4") and February the driest (3.7").
Schools in Jerusalem
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Te Kura o Te Wainui-ā-rua | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Jerusalem
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian FM 91.2 Whanganui NZ | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Brian FM 91.2 Wanganui NZ | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| AWA FM | community radio, iwi | AAC 63 kbps |
Museums in Jerusalem
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinosaur House | ||||
| Waimarino Museum |
Libraries in Jerusalem
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruapehu District Council and Library | 0.0 |
Ski Resorts Near Jerusalem
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tūroa Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tukino Skifield | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Whakapapa Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Jerusalem
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| RNZAF Base Ohakea | OHA | Medium Airport |
| Wanganui Airport | WAG | Medium Airport |
| Feilding Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taihape Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taumarunui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turangi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waiouru Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jerusalem
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Joseph's |
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Waterfalls Near Jerusalem
5 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Jerusalem.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Kourariki Falls | |
| Makakaho Falls | Height: 12.0 |
| Rereaheihei Falls | |
| Terereohaupa Falls | |
| Terereoturaukawa Falls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Jerusalem?
Jerusalem has a population of 1,155 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,454.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jerusalem?
Jerusalem has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 57.0 inches.
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