Otautau, New Zealand
Southland · New Zealand
Otautau is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 790. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°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 | 790 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Coordinates | -46.1500°, 168.0000° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Southland |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.8 inches (1,012 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Otautau
Otautau is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 790. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet (55 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 189.6 sq mi (491.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.1500°S, 168.0000°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SOUTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 4.0 m | - | 134 km |
| 2009 | OFF WEST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 119 km |
| 1987 | DEEP COVE | Meteorological | - | - | 101 km |
| 1839 | WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND | Unknown | - | - | 101 km |
| 1826 | DUSKY SOUND | Earthquake | - | - | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 42°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in |
Otautau has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 42°F in July to 59°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (2.6").
Schools in Otautau
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otautau School | - | - | - | - |
| Drummond Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Otautau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverton Community Arts Centre | ||||
| Te Hikoi Southern Journey Heritage Museum |
Libraries in Otautau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Otautau
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Otautau
4 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Otautau
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Airport | IVC | Medium Airport |
| Manapouri Airport | TEU | Medium Airport |
| Center Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Centre Bush Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ryan's Creek Aerodrome | SZS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Otautau
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Parish Otautau |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Otautau?
Otautau has a population of 790 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 189.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Otautau?
Otautau has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches.
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