Rongotea, New Zealand
Manawatu-Wanganui · New Zealand
Rongotea is a small town in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand with a population of 690. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 56°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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People
Climate
| Population | 690 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Coordinates | -40.2926°, 175.4251° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Manawatu-Wanganui |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.7 inches (1,795 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.3 inches (1 cm) |
About Rongotea
Rongotea is a small town in New Zealand (Manawatu-Wanganui) with a population of 690. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 242.7 sq mi (628.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2926°S, 175.4251°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 77 km |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | - | 112 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (113 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 113 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 128 km |
| Taranaki | Stratovolcano | 2,518 m (8,261 ft) | 1800 | 160 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| July | 49°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in |
Rongotea has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 48°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.2").
Schools in Rongotea
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kopane School | - | - | - | - |
| Rongotea School | - | - | - | - |
| Glen Oroua School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rongotea
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian FM 91.2 Whanganui NZ | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Brian FM 91.2 Wanganui NZ | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| AWA FM | community radio, iwi | AAC 63 kbps | |
| 2XS FM Palmerston North | retro, rock | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Rongotea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Visual Museum | ||||
| Bulls Museum | ||||
| Coach House Museum | ||||
| Foxton Flax Stripper Museum | ||||
| Foxton Historical Society Museum | ||||
| Rugby Museum | ||||
| Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom | ||||
| Te Manawa Museum | ||||
| Tokomaru Steam Engine Museum | ||||
| Traction Engine Museum |
Libraries in Rongotea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awapuni Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bulls Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Feilding Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Foxton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linton Camp Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Palmerston North City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Palmerston North City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sanson Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sanson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Pātikitiki Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Youth Space | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rongotea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Street Market (Saturday) |
Cafes in Rongotea
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rongotea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rongotea
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hood Airport | MRO | Medium Airport |
| Palmerston North Airport | PMR | Medium Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| RNZAF Base Ohakea | OHA | Medium Airport |
| Wanganui Airport | WAG | Medium Airport |
| Alfredton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dannevirke Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Feilding Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Foxpine Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taihape Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rongotea
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Rongotea Bible Chapel | |
| Rongotea Uniting Parish | |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church | |
| St. Simon and St. Jude Church |
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Rongotea?
Rongotea has a population of 690 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 242.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rongotea?
Rongotea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 70.7 inches.
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