Rangiriri, New Zealand

Waikato Region · New Zealand

Rangiriri is a small town in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 1,833. Elevation: 52 ft (16 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

1,833 Population
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
71.2 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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About Rangiriri

Rangiriri

Rangiriri is a rural community in the Waikato District and Waikato region of New Zealand's North Island. It is located on the Waikato River near Lake Waikare in the Waikato District. State Highway 1 now bypasses Rangiriri.

People

Population1,833

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain71.2 in/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population1,833
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-37.4305°, 175.1297°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceWaikato Region
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation71.2 inches (1,809 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rangiriri

Rangiriri is a small town in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 1,833. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Rangiriri enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 71.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above New Zealand avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates37.4305°S, 175.1297°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.2"
87% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

708 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Dec 7, 2012 27 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M6.3 138 km
May 18, 1999 54 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.8 139 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 141 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 137 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 145 km
Jul 5, 2011 29 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M5.5 149 km
Aug 17, 2002 13 km W of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.3 149 km
Apr 8, 2006 20 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.3 131 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 148 km
Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 76 km
Jan 24, 2021 16 km E of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.1 140 km
Feb 4, 2020 15 km ENE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.1 134 km
Jan 6, 2011 65 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.1 149 km
Apr 16, 2012 28 km WNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.0 138 km
Jan 3, 2023 North Island of New Zealand M5.0 57 km
Mar 20, 2011 30 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.0 129 km
Jan 2, 1993 17 km N of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.0 114 km
Aug 1, 2021 11 km S of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.0 120 km
Sep 23, 2015 17 km SW of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.0 128 km
Jan 18, 2011 5 km WNW of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.0 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Auckland Volcanic Field (63 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 63 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 100 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 138 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 143 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 152 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 172 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 181 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in Warmest
March 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
April 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
June 51°F (10°C) 5.4 in Coldest, Wettest
July 51°F (11°C) 5.2 in
August 51°F (11°C) 4.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
November 60°F (15°C) 3.9 in
December 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in

Rangiriri has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 51°F in June to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Rangiriri

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ohinewai School - - - -
Te Kura o Rangiriri - - - -
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Radio Stations near Rangiriri

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Easy 80s 80s, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
Radio X (AQ) mood MP3 128 kbps
Sleep Radio ambient, meditation MP3 128 kbps
Tiri 2 classic pop, classic rock MP3 192 kbps
Raglan Communtiy Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Positively Morrinsville 87.7FM community, contemporary music MP3 128 kbps
Rush FM fringe, music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Robotic alternative, indie AAC
Free FM 89 Hamilton community, entertainment UNKNOWN
Raglan Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Rangiriri

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mercer Museum
Tuakau and Districts Museum

Libraries in Rangiriri

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Huntly Library0.0
Library0.0
Ngaruawahia Library0.0
Pukekohe Library0.0
Te Kauwhata Library and Council Office0.0
Tuakau Library0.0

Cafes in Rangiriri

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fixate Cafe

Airports Near Rangiriri

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Auckland International AirportAKLLarge Airport
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
Hamilton International AirportHLZMedium Airport
RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai-Medium Airport
Coromandel AirportCMVSmall Airport
Drury Airfield-Small Airport
Kelly Field-Small Airport
Limestone Downs Airport-Small Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Mercer1 PDZ Airport-Small Airport
Pauanui Aerodrome-Small Airport
Raglan AerodromeRAGSmall Airport
Te Aroha Airfield-Small Airport
Te Kowhai Airfield-Small Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport
Wharepapa South Airport-Small Airport
Whitianga AirportWTZSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

🇳🇿 About New Zealand

Capital Wellington
Population 4,885,500
Area 268,680 km²
GDP (USD) $255,194,972,673
GDP per capita $49,076
HDI 0.939
Life expectancy 83.0 years
Internet users 96.2%
Urban population 83.9%
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code +64
TLD .nz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in New Zealand

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Day after New Year's Day
Jan 19 Wellington Anniversary Day Wellington Anniversary Day
Jan 26 Auckland Anniversary Day Auckland/Northland Anniversary Day
Feb 2 Nelson Anniversary Day Nelson Anniversary Day
Feb 6 Waitangi Day Waitangi Day
Mar 9 Taranaki Anniversary Day Taranaki Anniversary Day
Mar 23 Otago Anniversary Day Otago Anniversary Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 7 Southland Anniversary Day Southland Anniversary Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Jun 1 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Jul 10 Matariki Matariki
Sep 28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Dominion Day
Oct 23 Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Oct 26 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 2 Marlborough Anniversary Day Marlborough Anniversary Day
Nov 13 Canterbury Anniversary Day Canterbury (North & Central) Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Chatham Islands Anniversary Day Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Westland Anniversary Day Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Rangiriri enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 71.2 inches.

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