Omokoroa, New Zealand

Bay of Plenty · New Zealand

Omokoroa is a small town in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand with a population of 3,780. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

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

3,780 Population 3/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
104.5 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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People

Population3,780
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain104.5 in/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Population3,780
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates-37.6485°, 176.0350°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceBay of Plenty
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation104.5 inches (2,655 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Omokoroa

Omokoroa is a small town in New Zealand (Bay of Plenty) with a population of 3,780. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Omokoroa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 104.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above New Zealand avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area1,299.8 sq mi (3,366.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates37.6485°S, 176.0350°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 104.5"
175% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.89"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,432 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Dec 15, 1994 83 km NNE of Opotiki, New Zealand M6.5 138 km
Dec 7, 2012 27 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M6.3 87 km
Oct 25, 1999 24 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M6.2 119 km
Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 73 km
May 18, 1999 54 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.8 133 km
Aug 18, 1999 74 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.7 120 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 95 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 83 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 57 km
Mar 22, 1990 115 km NE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.6 131 km
Oct 16, 2012 8 km NE of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 111 km
May 5, 2023 82 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 116 km
Jul 5, 2011 29 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M5.5 117 km
May 24, 2001 38 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand M5.5 147 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 76 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 72 km
Sep 29, 2010 126 km ENE of Tairua, New Zealand M5.4 146 km
Apr 8, 2006 20 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.3 79 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 69 km
Aug 17, 2002 13 km W of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.3 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1910 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Meteorological 1.5 m 1 148 km
2022 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m - 130 km
1956 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 0.9 m - 141 km
1895 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - - 128 km
1846 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Unknown - - 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mayor Island (45 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 45 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 66 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 86 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 90 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 102 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 130 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 133 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 171 km
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
February 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 5.4 in
April 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 5.3 in
June 51°F (11°C) 6.9 in Coldest, Wettest
July 52°F (11°C) 5.6 in
August 51°F (11°C) 5.6 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in
November 60°F (16°C) 4.5 in
December 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in

Omokoroa has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 51°F in June to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Omokoroa

5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Omokoroa Point School - - - -
Omokoroa No.1 School - - - -
Whakamārama School - - - -
Pahoia School - - - -
Te Kura o Te Moutere O Matakana - - - -
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Radio Stations near Omokoroa

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sub FM deep house, drum 'n' bass MP3 192 kbps
Gaia FM (New Zealand) celtic, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
RadiJohan decades, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
Radio Te Aroha 88FM community, oldies MP3 128 kbps
The Rhythm 89FM alternative, local AAC

Museums in Omokoroa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Classic Flyers Aviation Museum
Firth Tower Museum
The Elms - Te Papa Tauranga
The Historic Village
The Lion & Tusk Museum
Village Radio

Libraries in Omokoroa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Former Katikati Library0.0
Greerton library0.0
Library0.0
Library and Service Centre0.0
Mount Maunganui Library0.0
Omokoroa Library0.0
Papamoa Library0.0

Restaurants in Omokoroa

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Yacht CLub

Gas Stations in Omokoroa

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Challenge
Gull Whakamarama

Golf Courses in Omokoroa

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ōmokoroa Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Omokoroa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Omokoroa

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hamilton International AirportHLZMedium Airport
Rotorua Regional AirportROTMedium Airport
Tauranga AirportTRGMedium Airport
Matakana Island Airport-Small Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Motiti Island Airport-Small Airport
Mount Tarawera Airport-Small Airport
Pauanui Aerodrome-Small Airport
Te Aroha Airfield-Small Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Tokoroa AirfieldTKZSmall Airport
Waihi Beach Airport-Small Airport
Wharepapa South Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Omokoroa

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Omokoroa Community Church
Omokoroa Peninsula Baptist Church

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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What is the population of Omokoroa?

Omokoroa has a population of 3,780 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,299.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Omokoroa?

Omokoroa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 104.5 inches.

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