Riwaka, New Zealand
Tasman District · New Zealand
Riwaka is a small town in Tasman District, New Zealand with a population of 810. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 55°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 | 810 |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.0833°, 173.0000° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Tasman District |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.3 inches (1,253 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Riwaka
Riwaka is a small town in New Zealand (Tasman District) with a population of 810. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.0833°S, 173.0000°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1868 | NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 98 km |
| 1913 | TASMAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 148 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 120 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 131 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | - | - | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 62°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in |
Riwaka has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 46°F in July to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.7") and February the driest (2.5").
Schools in Riwaka
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riwaka School | - | - | - | - |
| Brooklyn School | - | - | - | - |
| Montessori Horizon Preschool | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Riwaka
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian FM 105.6 Nelson NZ | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| BeachFM 106.3 | 00s, 60s | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Riwaka
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Bay Museum | ||||
| Maritime museum | ||||
| Motueka Museum | ||||
| Nelson Classic Car Museum |
Libraries in Riwaka
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mapua Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapua Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Motueka Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nightingale Library Tāhunanui | 0.0 | |||||
| Stoke Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tākaka Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Riwaka
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Riwaka
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Riwaka
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Riwaka
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Riwaka
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Airport | NSN | Medium Airport |
| Lake Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Motueka Airport | MZP | Small Airport |
| Murchison Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Takaka Airport | KTF | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Riwaka
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Riwaka Church | |
| Saint Andrew's Uniting Church | |
| Victory Christian Church |
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Waterfalls Near Riwaka
3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Riwaka.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Bark Bay Falls | |
| Cascade Falls | |
| Falls River Falls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Riwaka
What is the population of Riwaka?
Riwaka has a population of 810 residents and is located in New Zealand..
What is the weather like in Riwaka?
Riwaka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.3 inches.
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