Otatara, New Zealand
Southland · New Zealand
Otatara is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 3,460. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°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 Otatara
Otatara is an outer suburb of New Zealand's southernmost city, Invercargill. It is surrounded by the Ōreti River to the west and south, and its estuary and Invercargill Airport to the east, and West Plains to the north. Historically, it was in Southland County before it was abolished.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,460 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | -46.4333°, 168.3000° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Southland |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.4 inches (1,179 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.0 inches (8 cm) |
About Otatara
Otatara is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 3,460. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Otatara
Otatara has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jan (14.1°C), the coldest is Jul (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1101 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 189.6 sq mi (491.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4333°S, 168.3000°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1987 | DEEP COVE | Meteorological | - | - | 140 km |
| 1839 | WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND | Unknown | - | - | 67 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 in |
Otatara has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in June to 61°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and November the driest (2.3").
Schools in Otatara
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otatara School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Otatara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awarua Communications Museum | ||||
| Bill Richardson Transport World | ||||
| Bluff Maritime Museum | ||||
| Classic Motorcycles Mecca |
Libraries in Otatara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Public Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Otatara
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Otatara
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Otatara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Brewery |
Airports Near Otatara
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Airport | IVC | Medium Airport |
| Center Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Centre Bush Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Gore3 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mandeville Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ryan's Creek Aerodrome | SZS | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Otatara?
Otatara has a population of 3,460 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 189.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Otatara?
Otatara has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.
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