Lake Hawea, New Zealand
Otago · New Zealand
Lake Hawea is a small town in Otago, New Zealand with a population of 2,190. Elevation: 1,138 ft (347 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°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 | 2,190 |
| Population Density | 198 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,138 ft (347 m) |
| Coordinates | -44.6084°, 169.2601° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Otago |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.3 inches (947 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lake Hawea
Lake Hawea is a small town in New Zealand (Otago) with a population of 2,190. The city sits at an elevation of 1,138 feet (347 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,138 ft (347 m) |
| Area | 11.1 sq mi (28.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 198/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6084°S, 169.2601°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2002 | ALBERT TOWN | Meteorological | - | - | 11 km |
| 1886 | JACKSON BAY, SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | - | - | 89 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 38°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 40°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 in |
Lake Hawea has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in July to 59°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.1").
Schools in Lake Hawea
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hāwea Flat School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lake Hawea
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oamaru Heritage Radio | alternative, canterbury | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio one 91 fm | eclectic | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Lake Hawea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Transport and Toy Museum | ||||
| Warbirds & Wheels |
Libraries in Lake Hawea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hāwea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wanaka Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Lake Hawea
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lake Hawea
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lake Hawea
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Lake Hawea
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lake Hawea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Up Brewing | ||||
| Rhyme X Reason |
Ski Resorts Near Lake Hawea
6 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Remarkables Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Coronet Peak Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Farm | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Cardrona Alpine Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Treble Cone Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ōhau Snow Fields | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Lake Hawea
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Queenstown Airport | ZQN | Large Airport |
| Alexandra Aerodrome | ALR | Medium Airport |
| Wanaka Airport | WKA | Medium Airport |
| Cascade Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cromwell Racecourse Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Cromwell/Louburn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dingleburn Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Haast Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Hawea Downs | - | Small Airport |
| Jackson Bay Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Makarora Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Neils Beach Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Omarama Glider Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Waterfalls Near Lake Hawea
18 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Lake Hawea.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Arch Falls | Height: 18.0 |
| Carrie Falls | Height: 283.0 |
| Dancing Falls | Height: 27.0 |
| Dancing Falls | Height: 34.0 |
| Depot Creek Falls | |
| Emily Falls | Height: 210.0 |
| Fantail Falls | Height: 23.0 |
| Hester Pinney Falls | |
| Hindley Falls | Height: 136.0 |
| Ida Falls | Height: 57.0 |
| Mac Falls | Height: 15.0 |
| Orman Falls | |
| Overshot Waterfall | |
| Quaking Waterfall | |
| Stewart Falls | Height: 90.0 |
| Strata Falls | Height: 58.0 |
| Thresa Falls | Height: 292.0 |
| Topsy Falls | Height: 37.0 |
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What is the population of Lake Hawea?
Lake Hawea has a population of 2,190 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 198 people per square mile, spread across 11.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lake Hawea?
Lake Hawea has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches.
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