Ruatoria, New Zealand

Gisborne · New Zealand

Ruatoria is a small town in Gisborne, New Zealand with a population of 820. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

820 Population 3/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
72.1 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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People

Population820
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain72.1 in/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Population820
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates-37.8833°, 178.3333°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceGisborne
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation72.1 inches (1,830 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ruatoria

Ruatoria is a small town in New Zealand (Gisborne) with a population of 820. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Ruatoria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 72.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above New Zealand avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area248.7 sq mi (644.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates37.8833°S, 178.3333°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.1"
90% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.39"
Driest Month (Oct) 4.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,628 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 11, 2025.

Mar 4, 2021 182 km NE of Gisborne, New Zealand M7.3 109 km
Feb 5, 1995 118 km NNE of Gisborne, New Zealand M7.1 39 km
Sep 1, 2016 175 km NE of Gisborne, New Zealand M7.0 92 km
Oct 21, 2001 178 km ENE of Opotiki, New Zealand M6.7 101 km
Feb 10, 1995 102 km NNE of Gisborne, New Zealand M6.5 24 km
Dec 15, 1994 83 km NNE of Opotiki, New Zealand M6.5 98 km
Aug 10, 1993 42 km WNW of Gisborne, New Zealand M6.4 98 km
Mar 6, 2021 183 km NE of Gisborne, New Zealand M6.3 116 km
Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 131 km
Apr 5, 2021 194 km NE of Gisborne, New Zealand M6.1 124 km
Sep 1, 2016 179 km NE of Opotiki, New Zealand M6.1 106 km
Feb 13, 1995 125 km ENE of Opotiki, New Zealand M6.0 39 km
Sep 5, 2016 158 km NE of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.9 90 km
Feb 6, 1995 117 km NE of Gisborne, New Zealand M5.9 45 km
Feb 6, 1995 100 km NE of Gisborne, New Zealand M5.9 36 km
Aug 31, 2016 174 km NE of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.8 99 km
Oct 8, 2016 154 km NE of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.8 89 km
May 16, 1992 25 km NNW of Gisborne, New Zealand M5.8 77 km
Feb 9, 1995 91 km NE of Gisborne, New Zealand M5.7 25 km
Aug 18, 1999 74 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.7 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1947 OFF COAST OF NORTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 10.0 m - 117 km
1947 OFF COAST OF NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 6.0 m - 77 km
2021 GISBORNE Earthquake 0.3 m - 104 km
2016 GISBORNE Earthquake 0.2 m - 92 km
1914 TOLAGA BAY, NORTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - 1 15 km
1880 GISBORNE Earthquake - - 117 km
1831 POVERTY BAY, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake - - 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Whakaari/White Island (109 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 109 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 163 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 185 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 4.2 in Warmest
February 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
March 62°F (17°C) 6.9 in
April 58°F (14°C) 5.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 6.4 in
June 49°F (10°C) 8.4 in Wettest
July 48°F (9°C) 8.1 in Coldest
August 49°F (10°C) 8.4 in
September 52°F (11°C) 6.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 4.1 in Driest
November 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in
December 62°F (17°C) 5.1 in

Ruatoria has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 48°F in July to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 72.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.4") and October the driest (4.1").

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Schools in Ruatoria

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ngata Memorial College - - - -
Hiruharama School - - - -
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Waiū o Ngāti Porou - - - -
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Gas Stations in Ruatoria

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Ruatoria

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ruatoria Airfield-Small 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Ruatoria

What is the population of Ruatoria?

Ruatoria has a population of 820 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 248.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ruatoria?

Ruatoria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches.

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