Kaitaia, New Zealand
Northland · New Zealand
Kaitaia is a small city in Northland, New Zealand with a population of 6,300. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°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 Kaitaia
Kaitaia is a town in the Far North District of New Zealand, at the base of the Aupōuri Peninsula, about 160 km northwest of Whangārei. It is the last major settlement on State Highway 1. Ahipara Bay, the southern end of Te Oneroa-a-Tōhē / Ninety Mile Beach, is 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) west.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,300 |
| Population Density | 1,927 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.1149°, 173.2637° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Northland |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.1 inches (1,883 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kaitaia
Kaitaia is a small city in New Zealand (Northland) with a population of 6,300. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Kaitaia
Kaitaia has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 1314 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,927/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1149°S, 173.2637°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kaikohe-Bay of Islands (61 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kaikohe-Bay of Islands | Volcanic field | 388 m (1,273 ft) | 400 | 61 km |
| Whangarei | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 397 m (1,302 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in |
Kaitaia has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 53°F in July to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.4") and January the driest (3.6").
Colleges & Universities in Kaitaia
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| NorthTec Kaitaia Campus | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Kaitaia
14 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Military Prep School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaitaia College | - | - | - | - |
| Kaitaia Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Awanui School | - | - | - | - |
| Abundant Life School | - | - | - | - |
| Paparore School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaingaroa School | - | - | - | - |
| Pamapuria School | - | - | - | - |
| Pompallier Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Oturu School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Pukemiro | - | - | - | - |
| Te Rangi Aniwaniwa | - | - | - | - |
| Kaitaia Playcentre | - | - | - | - |
| Kaitaia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kaitaia
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kaitaia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthews Vintage Collection |
Libraries in Kaitaia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaitāia library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kaitaia
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kaitaia
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kaitaia
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kaitaia
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kaitaia
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kaitaia
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kaitaia
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kaitaia
38 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kaitaia Airport | KAT | Medium Airport |
| Kerikeri Airport | KKE | Medium Airport |
| Ahu Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broadwood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fisher Riley North Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fisher Riley South Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Houhora North Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kahikatoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kaikohe Airport | KKO | Small Airport |
| Kohe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mangamuka Bridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maungaparenua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngataki Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngatieke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Omapere Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pamapuria Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Paponga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pawarenga Road Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pouerua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pukemiro Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Puriri Block Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rangiahua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rarawa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Remuera Settlement Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rotokoma Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Runaruna Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sandhills Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Takahue Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Te Kene Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Te Paki Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Te Rore Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Umawera Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waiaruhe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waihopo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waihou Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waimaho Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wairapakuru Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waitiki Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kaitaia
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| NZ Post & Kiwibank |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kaitaia
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Awanui Assembly | |
| Cornerstone Christian Centre | |
| St Joseph's Parish | |
| St Saviours |
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UFO Sightings Near Kaitaia
2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Kaitaia.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Kaitaia (new zealand) | 2010 | Light Seen in Sky in Remote Part of New Zealand. |
| Kaitaia (new zealand) | 1992 | bright light in sky follows car and does some amazing speed tricks with colored vopour trails |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Kaitaia?
Kaitaia has a population of 6,300 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1,927 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kaitaia?
Kaitaia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 74.1 inches.
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