Patea, New Zealand
Taranaki Region · New Zealand
Patea is a small town in Taranaki Region, New Zealand with a population of 1,240. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°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 | 1,240 |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -39.7583°, 174.4833° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Taranaki Region |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.4 inches (1,357 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Patea
Patea is a small town in New Zealand (Taranaki Region) with a population of 1,240. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.7583°S, 174.4833°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 |
| 1868 | NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 136 km |
| 1910 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Meteorological | 1.5 m | 1 | 139 km |
| 1956 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | - | 148 km |
| 1846 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Unknown | - | - | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taranaki (62 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taranaki | Stratovolcano | 2,518 m (8,261 ft) | 1800 | 62 km |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 107 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 119 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 62°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 5.5 in | |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in |
Patea has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 48°F in July to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (2.9").
Schools in Patea
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patea Area School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Joseph's School | - | - | - | - |
| Whenuakura School | - | - | - | - |
| Kakaramea School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Patea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aotea Utanganui / Museum of South Taranaki | ||||
| Tawhiti Museum |
Libraries in Patea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawera LibraryPlus | 0.0 | |||||
| Patea LibraryPlus | 0.0 | |||||
| Public library | 0.0 | |||||
| Waverley LibraryPlus | 0.0 |
Hotels in Patea
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Patea
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Patea
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Patea
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Patea
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Patea
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Patea
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manganui Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Patea
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| New Plymouth Airport | NPL | Medium Airport |
| Wanganui Airport | WAG | Medium Airport |
| Hawera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Norfolk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stratford Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Patea
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Patea Cooperating Parish | |
| Saint Georges Anglican Church | |
| Saint Patricks Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Patea
What is the population of Patea?
Patea has a population of 1,240 residents and is located in New Zealand..
What is the weather like in Patea?
Patea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches.
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