Maungaturoto, New Zealand

Northland · New Zealand

Maungaturoto is a small town in Northland, New Zealand with a population of 1,000. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

1,000 Population 164/sq mi density
138 ft Elevation 42 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
76.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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People

Population1,000
Density164/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain76.3 in/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Population1,000
Population Density164 / sq mi
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Coordinates-36.1000°, 174.3667°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceNorthland
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation76.3 inches (1,937 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Maungaturoto

Maungaturoto is a small town in New Zealand (Northland) with a population of 1,000. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Maungaturoto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 76.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above New Zealand avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates36.1000°S, 174.3667°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.3"
101% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.73"
Driest Month (Nov) 3.86"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 1, 2011.

Feb 21, 2007 30 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M4.5 77 km
Mar 13, 2007 26 km NNW of Coromandel, New Zealand M4.0 103 km
Feb 21, 2007 31 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M3.8 78 km
Jul 1, 2011 5 km NNW of Tamaki, New Zealand M2.9 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Whangarei (40 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 40 km
Kaikohe-Bay of Islands Volcanic field 388 m (1,273 ft) 400 98 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 100 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
February 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in Warmest
March 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in
April 60°F (16°C) 4.9 in
May 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in
June 53°F (11°C) 6.7 in Wettest
July 52°F (11°C) 5.8 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 6.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.6 in
October 56°F (14°C) 4.0 in
November 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in Driest
December 63°F (17°C) 4.0 in

Maungaturoto has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 52°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 58.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.7") and November the driest (3.9").

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Schools in Maungaturoto

5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Otamatea High School - - - -
Maungaturoto School - - - -
Otamatea Christian School - - - -
Paparoa School - - - -
OneSchool Global Maungaturoto - - - -
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Radio Stations near Maungaturoto

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 Maungaturoto

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albertland & Districts Museum
Albertland Heritage Museum
Kauri Museum
Mangawhai Museum
Waipu Museum

Libraries in Maungaturoto

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kaiwaka Library0.0
Mangawhai Public Library0.0
The Ruakaka Hub Library and Service Centre0.0
Wellsford War Memorial Library0.0

Hotels in Maungaturoto

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Maungaturoto Historic Hotel

Cafes in Maungaturoto

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sitting Duck Cafe
Sugarbelles Cafe
Whole Life Cafe

Veterinaries in Maungaturoto

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Vet Centre

Gas Stations in Maungaturoto

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
G.A.S.
GAS

Golf Courses in Maungaturoto

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Paparoa Golf Course

Ski Resorts Near Maungaturoto

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Snowplanet 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Maungaturoto

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai-Medium Airport
Whangarei AirportWREMedium Airport
Dargaville AerodromeDGRSmall Airport
Kaikohe AirportKKOSmall Airport
Kaipara Flats Airport-Small Airport
Koheroa Airstrip-Small Airport
Maromaku West Airstrip-Small Airport
North Shore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Omaha Flats Airport-Small Airport
Omapere Airstrip-Small Airport
Parakai Aerodrome-Small Airport
Pouerua Airstrip-Small Airport
Remuera Settlement Airstrip-Small Airport
Ruapekapeka Airstrip-Small Airport
Ruawai Aerodrome-Small Airport
Springhill Airport-Small Airport
Tahere Airstrip-Small Airport
Toots Airstrip-Small Airport
Waiaruhe Airstrip-Small Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport
Waitotehoanga Airstrip-Small Airport
Waro Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Maungaturoto

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Trinity Anglican Church
Maungaturoto Congregational Church

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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UFO Sightings Near Maungaturoto

1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Maungaturoto.

Name Year Description
Paparoa (new zealand) 2010 two star light objects moving very fast&#44 in abnormal directions&#44 moves in vectors ((NUFORC Note: Possible star?? PD))

Waterfalls Near Maungaturoto

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Maungaturoto.

Name Description
Piroa Falls

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

🇳🇿 About New Zealand

Capital Wellington
Population 4,885,500
Area 268,680 km²
GDP (USD) $255,194,972,673
GDP per capita $49,076
HDI 0.939
Life expectancy 83.0 years
Internet users 96.2%
Urban population 83.9%
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code +64
TLD .nz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in New Zealand

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Day after New Year's Day
Jan 19 Wellington Anniversary Day Wellington Anniversary Day
Jan 26 Auckland Anniversary Day Auckland/Northland Anniversary Day
Feb 2 Nelson Anniversary Day Nelson Anniversary Day
Feb 6 Waitangi Day Waitangi Day
Mar 9 Taranaki Anniversary Day Taranaki Anniversary Day
Mar 23 Otago Anniversary Day Otago Anniversary Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 7 Southland Anniversary Day Southland Anniversary Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Jun 1 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Jul 10 Matariki Matariki
Sep 28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Dominion Day
Oct 23 Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Oct 26 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 2 Marlborough Anniversary Day Marlborough Anniversary Day
Nov 13 Canterbury Anniversary Day Canterbury (North & Central) Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Chatham Islands Anniversary Day Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Westland Anniversary Day Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Maungaturoto

What is the population of Maungaturoto?

Maungaturoto has a population of 1,000 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 164 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Maungaturoto?

Maungaturoto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 76.3 inches.

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