Pauanui, New Zealand
Waikato Region · New Zealand
Pauanui is a small town in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 1,130. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 58°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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About Pauanui
The town of Pauanui is on the east coast of the Coromandel Peninsula in the North Island of New Zealand. It lies at the mouth of the Tairua River on its south bank, directly opposite the larger town of Tairua.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,130 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.0167°, 175.8667° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Waikato Region |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.6 inches (1,692 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pauanui
Pauanui is a small town in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 1,130. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.6 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 1,301.1 sq mi (3,369.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0167°S, 175.8667°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mayor Island (45 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mayor Island | Shield | 355 m (1,165 ft) | -5060 | 45 km |
| Auckland Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 260 m (853 ft) | 1350 | 90 km |
| Whakaari/White Island | Stratovolcano(es) | 294 m (965 ft) | 2019 | 129 km |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 135 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 157 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 7.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 6.4 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in |
Pauanui has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 50°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 66.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (4.4").
Radio Stations near Pauanui
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFM Coromandel | community radio, contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| The Rhythm 89FM | alternative, local | AAC |
Museums in Pauanui
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury Bay Museum | ||||
| Whangamata War Memorial Hall |
Libraries in Pauanui
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry Landing Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mercury Bay Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pauanui Library and Information Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Tairua Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pauanui
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Market |
Restaurants in Pauanui
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pauanui
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pauanui
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Pauanui
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pauanui
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tauranga Airport | TRG | Medium Airport |
| Coromandel Airport | CMV | Small Airport |
| Great Mercury Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matakana Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matamata Glider Airport | MTA | Small Airport |
| Motiti Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pauanui Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Te Aroha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Te Kowhai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thames Aerodrome | TMZ | Small Airport |
| Waihi Beach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Whitianga Airport | WTZ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pauanui
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Pauanui Community Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Pauanui?
Pauanui has a population of 1,130 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,301.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pauanui?
Pauanui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 66.6 inches.
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