Masterton, New Zealand
Wellington Region · New Zealand
Masterton is a small city in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 21,400. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°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 | 21,400 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Coordinates | -40.9597°, 175.6575° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Wellington Region |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.9 inches (1,548 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.3 inches (3 cm) |
About Masterton
Masterton is a small city in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 21,400. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet (103 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Masterton
Masterton has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jan (16.9°C), the coldest is Jul (8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1118 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 1,028.7 sq mi (2,664.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9597°S, 175.6575°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | 136 km |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | - | 64 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 138 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (187 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in |
Masterton has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 46°F in June to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (2.6").
Colleges & Universities in Masterton
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Training Centre | College | - | , |
| UCOL Wairarapa campus | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Masterton
12 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview School | - | - | - | - |
| Makoura College | - | - | - | - |
| Chanel College | - | - | - | - |
| Hadlow Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| Masterton Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Masterton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Wairarapa | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Patrick's Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Wairarapa College | - | - | - | - |
| Rathkeale College | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Matthew's Collegiate School | - | - | - | - |
| Douglas Park School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Masterton
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Masterton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Railway Station | ||||
| Cobblestones Museum | ||||
| Mount Bruce Pioneer Museum | ||||
| Sport and Vintage Aviation Society | ||||
| The Vintage Aviator | ||||
| The Wool Shed - National Museum of Sheep and Shearing |
Libraries in Masterton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greytown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Masterton District Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Masterton
15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Masterton
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Masterton
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Masterton
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Masterton
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Masterton
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Masterton
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Masterton
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Masterton
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Masterton
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Masterton
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hood Airport | MRO | Medium Airport |
| Palmerston North Airport | PMR | Medium Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| Alfredton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dannevirke Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Feilding Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flat Point Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Foxpine Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Martinborough Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papawai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Masterton
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kuripuni PostShop | |
| Masterton PostShop |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Masterton
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Epiphany | |
| Church of Transfiguration of our Lord | |
| CrossWay Church | |
| Equippers Church | |
| Koinonia Christian Fellowship | |
| Lansdowne Presbyterian Church | |
| LifeExchange Church | |
| Masterton Assemblies Of God | |
| Masterton Baptist Church | |
| Masterton Community Church | |
| Masterton Samoan Assembly of God | |
| Masterton Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Reformed Church of Masterton | |
| Saint James Union Church | |
| Saint Matthew's Anglican Church | |
| Saint Patricks Catholic Church | |
| Te Hepara Pai Maori Anglican Pastorate | |
| The Lighthouse Church | |
| The Salvation Army | |
| The Tribe Church |
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Masterton?
Masterton has a population of 21,400 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 1,028.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Masterton?
Masterton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 60.9 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.
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