Parakai, New Zealand
Auckland · New Zealand
Parakai is a small town in Auckland, New Zealand with a population of 1,150. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°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 Parakai
Parakai is a town in the North Island of New Zealand, sited 43 kilometres northwest of Auckland, close to the southern extremity of the Kaipara Harbour. Helensville is about 3 km (1.9 mi) to the south-east, and Waioneke is 22 km (14 mi) to the north-west.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,150 |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | -36.6500°, 174.4333° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Auckland |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.3 inches (1,709 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Parakai
Parakai is a small town in New Zealand (Auckland) with a population of 1,150. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.9°F |
| 11% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.6500°S, 174.4333°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Auckland Volcanic Field (48 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Auckland Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 260 m (853 ft) | 1350 | 48 km |
| Whangarei | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 397 m (1,302 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Kaikohe-Bay of Islands | Volcanic field | 388 m (1,273 ft) | 400 | 158 km |
| Mayor Island | Shield | 355 m (1,165 ft) | -5060 | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 3.5 in |
Parakai has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 52°F in August to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 52.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (3.4").
Schools in Parakai
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parakai School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Parakai
45 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sound | classic rock | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Channel X | - | AAC 130 kbps | |
| The Hits | contemporary hits | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mai FM | rnb | AAC 129 kbps | |
| RNZ National MP3 | features, national affairs | MP3 64 kbps | |
| George FM | - | AAC 131 kbps | |
| 新西兰中文广播电台 FM90.6 Radio Chinese | chinese, culture | MP3 128 kbps | |
| iHeartCountry New Zealand | country, country music | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RNZ National AAC (128kbps) | features, national affairs | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Hauraki | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Vinyl Radio NZ | classic rock, hits | AAC+ 160 kbps | |
| Humm Radio | bollywood hits, indian radio | AAC 130 kbps | |
| JAZZ CAFE | easy listening, smooth jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sanctuary - AAC | christian, worship | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Spice (Auckland, New Zealand) | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RNZ Concert AAC (128kbps) | classical, classical music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| RNZ Concert MP3 | classical, classical music | MP3 64 kbps | |
| RNZ Pacific MP3 | features, national affairs | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Sanctuary - MP3 | christian, worship | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Niu FM - AAC | culture, music | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Newstalk ZB | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| West FM Swing Radio | 1920s, 1930's | MP3 48 kbps | |
| East FM | classic rock, eclectic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 531pi - AAC | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Retro Hit Radio | 80s, 90s | AAC+ 80 kbps | |
| Radio BurgerFuel | alt rock, alternative rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MAD FM Auckland 106.7 | commercial free, eclectic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ZFM Global | contemporary, internet station | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gold Sport AM | classic rock, live sport | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Samoa 1593am | community, culture | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SayHiFM | filipino radio in new zealand, filipino station | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wandering Sheep Radio - Hope Alive | christian, praise | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 531pi - MP3 | music, news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Wandering Sheep Radio - Jazz Cafe | christian, smooth jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Niu FM - MP3 | culture, music | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Planet FM 104.6 - AAC | community radio, community | AAC 150 kbps | |
| RNZ Pacific AAC (64kbps) | features, national affairs | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Sport Nation - AAC | sports, cricket | AAC 66 kbps | |
| Southern Cross Country | country | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Planet FM 104.6 - MP3 | community, community radio | MP3 134 kbps | |
| Radio Hydra | classic hits, piha | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Radiowave NZ | easy listening | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wandering Sheep Radio - Christian Smooth Jazz | christian, smooth jazz | MP3 | |
| Mountainside FM | charity, community | OGG 128 kbps | |
| UP FM 107.5 | dance | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Parakai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helensville Pioneer Museum | ||||
| Old Post Office Museum | ||||
| Puhoi Heritage Museum | ||||
| Warkworth and District Museum |
Libraries in Parakai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helensville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Herald Island Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Herald Island Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kaipara Flats Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kumeū Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pūhoi Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rānui Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Atatū Peninsula Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Atatū Peninsula Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Manawa | 0.0 | |||||
| Waitākere Central Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Parakai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina Bay Farmers Market |
Cafes in Parakai
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Parakai
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Parakai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Wired Brewery | ||||
| Little Creatures Brewing | ||||
| Little Creatures Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Parakai
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Parakai
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snowplanet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Parakai
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland International Airport | AKL | Large Airport |
| Ardmore Airport | AMZ | Medium Airport |
| RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai | - | Medium Airport |
| Dargaville Aerodrome | DGR | Small Airport |
| Drury Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kaipara Flats Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kelly Field | - | Small Airport |
| Mercer1 PDZ Airport | - | Small Airport |
| North Shore Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Omaha Flats Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Parakai Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ruawai Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Springhill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waiheke Island Aerodrome | WIK | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Parakai
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Goodwood Park Healthcare Facility | ||
| Hobsonville Optometrists | ||
| Physio Connect |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Parakai
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parakai Church | |
| River Valley Baptist Church |
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Parakai has a population of 1,150 residents and is located in New Zealand..
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Parakai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 67.3 inches.
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