Takapau, New Zealand

Hawke's Bay Region · New Zealand

Takapau is a small town in Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand with a population of 640. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

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

640 Population
771 ft Elevation 235 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
41.4 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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People

Population640

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Population640
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates-40.0333°, 176.3500°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceHawke's Bay Region
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation41.4 inches (1,051 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Takapau

Takapau is a small town in New Zealand (Hawke's Bay Region) with a population of 640. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet (235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Takapau experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above New Zealand avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates40.0333°S, 176.3500°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

949 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 13, 2025.

May 13, 1990 39 km E of Palmerston North, New Zealand M6.4 38 km
Feb 19, 1990 41 km E of Palmerston North, New Zealand M6.3 41 km
Jan 20, 2014 35 km NNE of Masterton, New Zealand M6.1 83 km
Apr 11, 1993 28 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.7 36 km
May 24, 2020 29 km WNW of Foxton, New Zealand M5.6 124 km
Sep 8, 1991 29 km WSW of Bulls, New Zealand M5.6 113 km
Mar 2, 1992 63 km N of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.5 34 km
Oct 15, 2001 21 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.5 43 km
Apr 25, 2023 37 km E of Dannevirke, New Zealand M5.4 30 km
Sep 24, 2001 67 km NNE of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.4 37 km
Jul 12, 1991 23 km ENE of Waiouru, New Zealand M5.3 83 km
Jul 8, 2006 34 km N of Napier, New Zealand M5.3 105 km
Aug 8, 2000 51 km ESE of Turangi, New Zealand M5.3 88 km
Jul 4, 2011 68 km E of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.3 102 km
Jul 7, 2012 8 km S of Turangi, New Zealand M5.3 117 km
Feb 18, 2003 63 km NNE of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.3 49 km
Apr 25, 2023 North Island of New Zealand M5.3 37 km
Jan 28, 2025 22 km NE of Kopuaranga, New Zealand M5.2 85 km
Aug 3, 2003 38 km ESE of Palmerston North, New Zealand M5.2 57 km
Mar 29, 2000 18 km WSW of Masterton, New Zealand M5.2 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

6 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 40 km
1910 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Meteorological 1.5 m 1 131 km
2022 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m - 141 km
1956 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 0.9 m - 135 km
1895 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - - 140 km
1846 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Unknown - - 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (107 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 107 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 115 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 138 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 179 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in Warmest
February 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
June 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
July 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in Coldest, Wettest
August 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
December 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in

Takapau has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 45°F in July to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Takapau

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sherwood School - - - -
Takapau School - - - -
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Takapau - - - -
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Radio Stations near Takapau

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Takapau

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Central Hawkes Bay Settlers Museum
International Police Museum
Ongaonga Museum

Libraries in Takapau

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Te Huinga Wai - Knowledge & Learning Hub0.0
Waipawa Library0.0

Theme Parks in Takapau

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Johanna's World

Train Stations in Takapau

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ormondville

Golf Courses in Takapau

5 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Norsewood Golf Course
Onga Onga Golf Club
Porangahau Country Club
Takapau Golf Club
Waipukurau Golf Course

Airports Near Takapau

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hawke's Bay AirportNPEMedium Airport
Palmerston North AirportPMRMedium Airport
Alfredton Airport-Small Airport
Dannevirke Aerodrome-Small Airport
Feilding Airport-Small Airport
Hastings Aerodrome-Small Airport
Kowhai Aerodrome-Small Airport
Pōrangahau Aerodrome-Small Airport
Taihape Airport-Small Airport
Waiouru Airport-Small Airport
Waipukurau Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Takapau

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Triple R lifestyle block

Churches & Religious Organizations in Takapau

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church and conventual buildings

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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What is the weather like in Takapau?

Takapau has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches.

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