Te Puru, New Zealand

Waikato Region · New Zealand

Te Puru is a small town in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 580. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

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

580 Population 0/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
76.5 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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People

Population580
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain76.5 in/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population580
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-37.0466°, 175.5204°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceWaikato Region
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation76.5 inches (1,944 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Te Puru

Te Puru is a small town in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 580. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Te Puru experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 76.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above New Zealand avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area1,301.1 sq mi (3,369.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates37.0466°S, 175.5204°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.5"
101% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.46"
Driest Month (Jan) 4.41"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

782 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 138 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 137 km
Mar 22, 1990 115 km NE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.6 150 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 148 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 112 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 146 km
Aug 17, 2002 13 km W of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.3 145 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 148 km
Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 78 km
Jun 12, 2008 45 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.2 150 km
Mar 21, 2009 North Island of New Zealand M5.1 144 km
Feb 4, 2020 15 km ENE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.1 121 km
Sep 8, 2002 25 km N of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.1 141 km
Jan 4, 2020 99 km E of Tairua, New Zealand M5.1 129 km
Jan 24, 2021 16 km E of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.1 147 km
Mar 20, 2011 30 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.0 108 km
Jul 2, 2021 7 km N of Maketu, New Zealand M5.0 109 km
Mar 28, 2007 17 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.0 141 km
Aug 1, 2021 11 km S of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.0 147 km
Sep 23, 2015 17 km SW of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.0 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Auckland Volcanic Field (60 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 60 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 70 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 147 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 156 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 160 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 169 km
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in Driest
February 63°F (17°C) 4.6 in Warmest
March 61°F (16°C) 6.9 in
April 57°F (14°C) 6.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 6.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 8.2 in
July 47°F (8°C) 7.8 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 8.5 in Wettest
September 51°F (10°C) 8.1 in
October 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 4.6 in
December 60°F (16°C) 5.6 in

Te Puru has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 47°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 76.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.5") and January the driest (4.4").

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Schools in Te Puru

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tapu School - - - -
Te Puru School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Te Puru

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFM Coromandel community radio, contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Te Aroha 88FM community, oldies MP3 128 kbps
The Rhythm 89FM alternative, local AAC

Museums in Te Puru

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mercury Bay Museum
Thames Historical Museum
Thames School of Mines Museum

Libraries in Te Puru

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ferry Landing Public Library0.0
Library0.0
Mercury Bay Public Library0.0
Thames Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Te Puru

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers Market

Cafes in Te Puru

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Waiomu Beach Café

Gas Stations in Te Puru

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Waitomo

Airports Near Te Puru

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Auckland International AirportAKLLarge Airport
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
Tauranga AirportTRGMedium Airport
Coromandel AirportCMVSmall Airport
Drury Airfield-Small Airport
Great Mercury Airport-Small Airport
Kelly Field-Small Airport
Matakana Island Airport-Small Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Mercer1 PDZ Airport-Small Airport
Pauanui Aerodrome-Small Airport
Te Aroha Airfield-Small Airport
Te Kowhai Airfield-Small Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport
Waihi Beach Airport-Small Airport
Whitianga AirportWTZSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Te Puru

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Te Puru.

Name Description
Atuatumoe Falls

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 Puru?

Te Puru has a population of 580 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,301.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Te Puru?

Te Puru has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 76.5 inches.

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