Taupiri, New Zealand
Waikato Region · New Zealand
Taupiri is a small town in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 530. Elevation: 56 ft (17 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
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About Taupiri
Taupiri is a small town of about 500 people on the eastern bank of the Waikato River in the Waikato District of New Zealand. It is overlooked by Taupiri mountain, the sacred burial ground for the Waikato tribes of the Māori people, located just to the north.
People
Climate
| Population | 530 |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.6167°, 175.1833° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Waikato Region |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.2 inches (1,809 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Taupiri
Taupiri is a small town in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 530. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.6°F |
| 7% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.6167°S, 175.1833°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2022 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 147 km |
| 1895 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 150 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Auckland Volcanic Field (84 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Auckland Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 260 m (853 ft) | 1350 | 84 km |
| Mayor Island | Shield | 355 m (1,165 ft) | -5060 | 101 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 119 km |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 128 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 134 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 152 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 176 km |
| Whakaari/White Island | Stratovolcano(es) | 294 m (965 ft) | 2019 | 176 km |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 5.3 in | |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in |
Taupiri has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 50°F in June to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and February the driest (3.3").
Schools in Taupiri
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taupiri School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Taupiri
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 Taupiri
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classics Museum | ||||
| Te Rahui Center | ||||
| Waikato Museum |
Libraries in Taupiri
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chartwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dinsdale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Education Library, University of Waikato | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenview LIbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillcrest Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Huntly Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ngaruawahia Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rototuna Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Andrews Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Kauwhata Library and Council Office | 0.0 | |||||
| Wendell B Mendenhall Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Taupiri
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Made Hamilton |
Hotels in Taupiri
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Taupiri
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Taupiri
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Taupiri
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Taupiri
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Taupiri
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bootleg Brewery | ||||
| Good George |
Stadiums & Teams in Taupiri
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Taupiri
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland International Airport | AKL | Large Airport |
| Ardmore Airport | AMZ | Medium Airport |
| Hamilton International Airport | HLZ | Medium Airport |
| Drury Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kelly Field | - | Small Airport |
| Limestone Downs Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matamata Glider Airport | MTA | Small Airport |
| Mercer1 PDZ Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pauanui Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Raglan Aerodrome | RAG | Small Airport |
| Te Aroha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Te Kowhai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Te Kuiti Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Thames Aerodrome | TMZ | Small Airport |
| Tokoroa Airfield | TKZ | Small Airport |
| Wharepapa South Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Taupiri
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Older Persons and Rehabilitation Building |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Taupiri
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church |
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Taupiri 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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