Te Aroha, New Zealand

Waikato Region · New Zealand

Te Aroha is a small town in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 4,700. Elevation: 174 ft (53 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

4,700 Population 6/sq mi density
174 ft Elevation 53 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
70.1 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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About Te Aroha

Te Aroha

Te Aroha is a rural town in the Waikato region of New Zealand with a population of 3,906 people in the 2013 census, an increase of 138 people since 2006. It is 53 km (33 mi) northeast of Hamilton and 50 km (31 mi) south of Thames. It sits at the foot of 952 metres (3,123 ft) Mount Te Aroha, the highest point in the Kaimai Range.

People

Population4,700
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain70.1 in/yr
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Population4,700
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates-37.5282°, 175.7102°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceWaikato Region
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation70.1 inches (1,781 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Te Aroha

Te Aroha is a small town in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 4,700. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Te Aroha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 70.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above New Zealand avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Area763.7 sq mi (1,978.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates37.5282°S, 175.7102°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.1"
85% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 6.89"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,204 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Dec 7, 2012 27 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M6.3 105 km
Oct 25, 1999 24 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M6.2 130 km
Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 103 km
May 18, 1999 54 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.8 133 km
Aug 18, 1999 74 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.7 145 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 111 km
May 5, 2023 82 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 139 km
Oct 16, 2012 8 km NE of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 130 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 113 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 88 km
Mar 22, 1990 115 km NE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.6 148 km
Jul 5, 2011 29 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M5.5 128 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 97 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 103 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 99 km
Aug 17, 2002 13 km W of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.3 99 km
Apr 8, 2006 20 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.3 97 km
Mar 31, 1994 34 km NE of Murupara, New Zealand M5.2 143 km
Jun 12, 2008 45 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.2 122 km
Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 25 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 144 km
1895 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - - 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mayor Island (55 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 55 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 96 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 102 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 104 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 113 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 130 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 146 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 181 km
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in
March 62°F (17°C) 5.8 in
April 57°F (14°C) 5.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in
June 48°F (9°C) 6.2 in Coldest
July 51°F (10°C) 6.4 in
August 49°F (9°C) 6.9 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 6.7 in
October 55°F (13°C) 4.9 in
November 58°F (15°C) 4.8 in
December 62°F (16°C) 5.7 in

Te Aroha has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 48°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 66.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (4.0").

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Schools in Te Aroha

6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Te Aroha Primary School - - - -
Te Aroha College - - - -
Elstow-Waihou Combined School - - - -
Saint Joseph's Primary School - - - -
Stanley Avenue School - - - -
Waihou School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Te Aroha

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sub FM deep house, drum 'n' bass MP3 192 kbps
Gaia FM (New Zealand) celtic, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
Rush FM fringe, music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Robotic alternative, indie AAC
Free FM 89 Hamilton community, entertainment UNKNOWN
RadiJohan decades, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
Radio Te Aroha 88FM community, oldies MP3 128 kbps
The Rhythm 89FM alternative, local AAC

Museums in Te Aroha

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Heritage museum
Morrinsville Museum
Te Aroha District Museum
Tramway Museum

Libraries in Te Aroha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Former Katikati Library0.0
Morrinsville Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Te Aroha Library0.0
Waihi Library0.0
Waihi Public Library0.0

Hotels in Te Aroha

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Palace Hotel

Restaurants in Te Aroha

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lavenda Sushi
Old Forge Kitchen
Palace Pizza
Taj Indian restaurant and Takeaways
The Duck & Cover

Cafes in Te Aroha

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Backyard Eatery
Domain Cottage Cafe
Ironique
Stir Cafe
The Bakehouse Cafe
The Cinnamon Room
Van's Bakery and Cafe

Veterinaries in Te Aroha

3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anexa Animal Health
Kaimai Vets
Th Aroha Veterinary Services

Gas Stations in Te Aroha

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
Waitomo Te Aroha

Golf Courses in Te Aroha

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Te Aroha Golf Club

Airports Near Te Aroha

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
Hamilton International AirportHLZMedium Airport
Rotorua Regional AirportROTMedium Airport
Tauranga AirportTRGMedium Airport
Coromandel AirportCMVSmall Airport
Drury Airfield-Small Airport
Kelly Field-Small Airport
Matakana Island Airport-Small Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Mercer1 PDZ Airport-Small Airport
Motiti Island Airport-Small Airport
Pauanui Aerodrome-Small Airport
Te Aroha Airfield-Small Airport
Te Kowhai Airfield-Small Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Tokoroa AirfieldTKZSmall Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport
Waihi Beach Airport-Small Airport
Wharepapa South Airport-Small Airport
Whitianga AirportWTZSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Te Aroha

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses
Mountain View Church
Saint Davids Christian Centre / Te Aroha Cooperating Parish
Saint Mark's Anglican Church
St Joseph's Parish
Te Aroha Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Wesley Hall

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 population of Te Aroha?

Te Aroha has a population of 4,700 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 763.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Te Aroha?

Te Aroha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches.

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