Otaki, New Zealand
Wellington Region · New Zealand
Otaki is a small town in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 4,980. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°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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People
Climate
| Population | 4,980 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | -40.7583°, 175.1500° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Wellington Region |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.1 inches (1,782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
About Otaki
Otaki is a small town in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 4,980. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Otaki
Otaki has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 990 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 410.7 sq mi (1,063.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7583°S, 175.1500°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1931 | N. NEW ZEALAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 15.0 m | 261 | 132 km |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | - | 56 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 137 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 125 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (168 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 168 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 183 km |
| Taranaki | Stratovolcano | 2,518 m (8,261 ft) | 1800 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in |
Otaki has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 48°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 45.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.3").
Schools in Otaki
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ōtaki College | - | - | - | - |
| Manakau School | - | - | - | - |
| Waitohu School | - | - | - | - |
| Ōtaki School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Peter Chanel School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Te Rito | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Otaki
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coast Access Radio MP3 | community radio | MP3 134 kbps | |
| jakemusic | random | MP3 | |
| 2XS FM Palmerston North | retro, rock | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Paekakariki 88.2FM | community, eclectic | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Otaki
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kapiti Aviation Museum | ||||
| Kapiti Coast Museum | ||||
| Otaki Museum | ||||
| Paekakariki Station and Museum | ||||
| Southward Car Museum | ||||
| Wellington Tramway Museum |
Libraries in Otaki
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ōtaki Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paekākāriki Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paraparaumu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Takere | 0.0 | |||||
| Waikanae Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Otaki
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Otaki
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Otaki
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Otaki
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Otaki
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Otaki
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Otaki
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Otaki
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Otaki
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duncan's Brewing Company | ||||
| Tuatara Brewery |
Airports Near Otaki
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington International Airport | WLG | Large Airport |
| Hood Airport | MRO | Medium Airport |
| Palmerston North Airport | PMR | Medium Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| RNZAF Base Ohakea | OHA | Medium Airport |
| Alfredton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Feilding Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Foxpine Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Martinborough Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papawai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Otaki
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Anglican Church | |
| Green Mountain Zen | |
| Highway Baptist Church / Otaki Baptist Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Otaki Presbyterian Church | |
| Rangiātea Church | |
| Saint Andrew's Anglican Church | |
| St Mary’s Church Pukekaraka / St Mary's Parish - Otaki | |
| The Hub Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Otaki
What is the population of Otaki?
Otaki has a population of 4,980 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 410.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Otaki?
Otaki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.
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