Ngaruawahia, New Zealand

Waikato Region · New Zealand

Ngaruawahia is a small city in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 7,740. Elevation: 59 ft (18 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

7,740 Population
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
71.2 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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People

Population7,740

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain71.2 in/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population7,740
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-37.6674°, 175.1555°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceWaikato Region
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation71.2 inches (1,809 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ngaruawahia

Ngaruawahia is a small city in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 7,740. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Ngaruawahia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 71.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above New Zealand avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates37.6674°S, 175.1555°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.2"
87% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.62"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

864 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 8, 2025.

Dec 7, 2012 27 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M6.3 116 km
Oct 25, 1999 24 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M6.2 128 km
May 18, 1999 54 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.8 112 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 118 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 125 km
Oct 16, 2012 8 km NE of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 140 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 148 km
May 24, 2001 38 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand M5.5 135 km
Jul 5, 2011 29 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M5.5 123 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 146 km
Aug 17, 2002 13 km W of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.3 139 km
Apr 8, 2006 20 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.3 109 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 135 km
Oct 26, 2011 15 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand M5.2 147 km
Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 69 km
Jan 6, 2011 65 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.1 123 km
Feb 4, 2020 15 km ENE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.1 128 km
Sep 4, 2019 13 km SW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.1 143 km
Jan 24, 2021 16 km E of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.1 125 km
Mar 21, 2009 North Island of New Zealand M5.1 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m - 143 km
1956 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 0.9 m - 148 km
1895 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - - 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Auckland Volcanic Field (89 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 89 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 106 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 116 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 128 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 133 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 148 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 171 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 179 km
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 183 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 Warmest
February 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in
April 58°F (14°C) 4.1 in
May 53°F (12°C) 5.3 in
June 49°F (10°C) 6.0 in Coldest, Wettest
July 51°F (11°C) 5.8 in
August 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in
September 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in
October 55°F (13°C) 5.1 in
November 58°F (15°C) 4.7 in
December 62°F (17°C) 4.7 in

Ngaruawahia has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 49°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 58.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.0") and February the driest (3.6").

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Schools in Ngaruawahia

8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ngaruawahia Primary School - - - -
Ngāruawāhia High School - - - -
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Bernard Fergusson - - - -
Waipa Primary School - - - -
St Paul's Catholic School - - - -
Te Kowhai School - - - -
Glen Massey Shool - - - -
Horotiu School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ngaruawahia

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Easy 80s 80s, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
Radio X (AQ) mood MP3 128 kbps
Sleep Radio ambient, meditation MP3 128 kbps
Tiri 2 classic pop, classic rock MP3 192 kbps
Raglan Communtiy Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Positively Morrinsville 87.7FM community, contemporary music MP3 128 kbps
Rush FM fringe, music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Robotic alternative, indie AAC
Free FM 89 Hamilton community, entertainment UNKNOWN
Raglan Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Ngaruawahia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Classics Museum
Te Rahui Center
Waikato Museum

Libraries in Ngaruawahia

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Campus Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Chartwell Library0.0
Dinsdale Library0.0
Education Library, University of Waikato0.0
Glenview LIbrary0.0
Hillcrest Library0.0
Huntly Library0.0
Ngaruawahia Library0.0
Rototuna Library0.0
St Andrews Library0.0
Wendell B Mendenhall Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ngaruawahia

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Made Hamilton

Restaurants in Ngaruawahia

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Madison Coffee Lounge
Restaurant and Bar
Saints Pub
Sartaj Indian
Twin Rivers Restaurant

Cafes in Ngaruawahia

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cooper Bean Cafe
Ngaurawahia Bakery and Cafe

Veterinaries in Ngaruawahia

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anexa Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Ngaruawahia

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP Ngaruawahia
Waitomo
Z

Banks in Ngaruawahia

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Westpac

Golf Courses in Ngaruawahia

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ngāruawahia Golf Club

Breweries in Ngaruawahia

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bootleg Brewery
Good George

Stadiums & Teams in Ngaruawahia

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ngaruawahia

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Auckland International AirportAKLLarge Airport
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
Hamilton International AirportHLZMedium Airport
Drury Airfield-Small Airport
Kelly Field-Small Airport
Limestone Downs Airport-Small Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Mercer1 PDZ Airport-Small Airport
Pauanui Aerodrome-Small Airport
Raglan AerodromeRAGSmall Airport
Te Aroha Airfield-Small Airport
Te Kowhai Airfield-Small Airport
Te Kuiti Aerodrome-Small Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Tokoroa AirfieldTKZSmall Airport
Wharepapa South Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Ngaruawahia

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Older Persons and Rehabilitation Building

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ngaruawahia

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Trinity Church / The Parish of Holy Trinity - Ngaruawahia
Ngaruawahia Community Church
Ngāruawāhia Village Church
Ngaurawahia Connections Church
Saint Marks Church
Saint Pauls Cathloic Church / St Paul's Parish
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Waterfalls
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Waterfalls Near Ngaruawahia

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

Name Description
Karakariki Waterfall Height: 2

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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Ngaruawahia has a population of 7,740 residents and is located in New Zealand..

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Ngaruawahia 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 51°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 71.2 inches.

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