Mataura, New Zealand
Southland · New Zealand
Mataura is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 1,710. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°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 Mataura
Mataura is a town in the Southland region of the South Island of New Zealand. Mataura has a meat processing plant, and until 2000 it was the site of a large pulp and paper mill.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,710 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 210 ft (64 m) |
| Coordinates | -46.1784°, 168.8501° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Southland |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.2 inches (1,148 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mataura
Mataura is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 1,710. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 210 ft (64 m) |
| Area | 483.3 sq mi (1,251.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.1784°S, 168.8501°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1839 | WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND | Unknown | - | - | 54 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.8 in |
Mataura has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 41°F in July to 58°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (2.4").
Schools in Mataura
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Te Tipua School | - | - | - | - |
| Mataura School | - | - | - | - |
| Tuturau Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Kōhanga Reo Kia Ngāwari | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Mataura
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Heritage Centre | ||||
| Gore Historical Museum | ||||
| Hokonui Heritage Research Centre | ||||
| Hokonui Moonshine Museum | ||||
| Museum Historical Museum (closed) |
Libraries in Mataura
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wyndham Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Mataura
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mataura
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Mataura
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mataura
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Airport | IVC | Medium Airport |
| Centre Bush Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Gore3 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mandeville Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Roxburgh Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ryan's Creek Aerodrome | SZS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mataura
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ the King Parish | |
| Mataura Christian Church | |
| Mataura Masjid | |
| Mataura Presbyterian Church |
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Waterfalls Near Mataura
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Mataura.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Te Au-nui-pihapiha-kanakana |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Mataura?
Mataura has a population of 1,710 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 483.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mataura?
Mataura has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches.
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