Maungatapere, New Zealand
Northland · New Zealand
Maungatapere is a small town in Northland, New Zealand with a population of 290. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 58°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 Maungatapere
Maungatapere is a settlement in Northland, New Zealand. State Highway 14 runs through it.
People
Climate
| Population | 290 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.7500°, 174.2000° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Northland |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.8 inches (1,545 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maungatapere
Maungatapere is a small town in New Zealand (Northland) with a population of 290. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet (125 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Area | 258.5 sq mi (669.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7500°S, 174.2000°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Whangarei (6 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Whangarei | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 397 m (1,302 ft) | Unknown | 6 km |
| Kaikohe-Bay of Islands | Volcanic field | 388 m (1,273 ft) | 400 | 57 km |
| Auckland Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 260 m (853 ft) | 1350 | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 6.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 6.4 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in |
Maungatapere has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 51°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 60.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.7") and January the driest (3.9").
Schools in Maungatapere
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maungakaramea School | - | - | - | - |
| Maungatapere School | - | - | - | - |
| Kokopu School | - | - | - | - |
| Porotī School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Maungatapere
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big River FM | community, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Beagle 88.1 | alternative, funk | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The Wireless (Today's Best Country) | country | MP3 | |
| The Generator | classic rock, hard rock | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Maungatapere
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claphams Clock Museum | ||||
| Medical Museum | ||||
| Old Library Arts Centre | ||||
| Packard & Pioneer Museum | ||||
| Waipu Museum | ||||
| Whangarei Museum |
Libraries in Maungatapere
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tikipunga Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whangarei Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Maungatapere
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Maungatapere
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maungatapere
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Maungatapere
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Maungatapere
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Maungatapere
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kerikeri Airport | KKE | Medium Airport |
| Whangarei Airport | WRE | Medium Airport |
| Ahu Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dargaville Aerodrome | DGR | Small Airport |
| Kahikatoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kaikohe Airport | KKO | Small Airport |
| Kaipara Flats Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Koheroa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mangamuka Bridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maromaku West Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maungaparenua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngatieke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Omaha Flats Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Omapere Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pouerua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rangiahua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Remuera Settlement Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rotokoma Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ruapekapeka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ruawai Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Springhill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tahere Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Te Kene Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Toots Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Umawera Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waiaruhe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waihou Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waimaho Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waitotehoanga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waro Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maungatapere
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Maungatapere Community Church |
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Waterfalls Near Maungatapere
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Maungatapere.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Māngere Falls |
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What is the population of Maungatapere?
Maungatapere has a population of 290 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 258.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maungatapere?
Maungatapere enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 60.8 inches.
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