Te Hapara, New Zealand
Gisborne · New Zealand
Te Hapara is a small city in Gisborne, New Zealand with a population of 8,670. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°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 | 8,670 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.6482°, 177.9902° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Gisborne |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.3 inches (2,244 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.3 inches (1 cm) |
About Te Hapara
Te Hapara is a small city in New Zealand (Gisborne) with a population of 8,670. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Climate in Te Hapara
Te Hapara has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.3°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 981 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 248.7 sq mi (644.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6482°S, 177.9902°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | - | 80 km |
| 1947 | OFF COAST OF NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.0 m | - | 81 km |
| 1914 | TOLAGA BAY, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 1 | 96 km |
| 1880 | GISBORNE | Earthquake | - | - | 78 km |
| 1831 | POVERTY BAY, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 6 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Okataina (143 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 143 km |
| Whakaari/White Island | Stratovolcano(es) | 294 m (965 ft) | 2019 | 144 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 147 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 168 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in |
Te Hapara has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 47°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.8") and November the driest (2.7").
Schools in Te Hapara
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makauri School | - | - | - | - |
| Patutahi School | - | - | - | - |
| Campion College | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Sonrise Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| Makaraka School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngā Uri a Māui | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Te Hapara
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Switch FM Gisborne | dance | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Te Hapara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C Company Memorial House | ||||
| East Coast Museum of Technology | ||||
| Gisborne City Vintage Railway | ||||
| Sled House | ||||
| Tairawhiti Museum | ||||
| Wylie Cottage |
Libraries in Te Hapara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H. B. Williams Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Te Hapara
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Te Hapara
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Te Hapara
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gisborne Airport | GIS | Medium Airport |
| Wairoa Airport | WIR | Medium Airport |
| Opotiki Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Te Hapara
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Church | |
| Saint Lukes Anglican Church | |
| Saint Marys Star of the Sea Catholic Parish |
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Te Hapara?
Te Hapara has a population of 8,670 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 248.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Te Hapara?
Te Hapara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 88.3 inches.
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