Tokomaru, New Zealand
Gisborne · New Zealand
Tokomaru is a small town in Gisborne, New Zealand with a population of 470. Elevation: 141 ft (43 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 | 470 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.1333°, 178.3000° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Gisborne |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.2 inches (1,731 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tokomaru
Tokomaru is a small town in New Zealand (Gisborne) with a population of 470. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 248.7 sq mi (644.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1333°S, 178.3000°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | - | 94 km |
| 1947 | OFF COAST OF NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.0 m | - | 60 km |
| 2021 | GISBORNE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 119 km |
| 2016 | GISBORNE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 114 km |
| 1914 | TOLAGA BAY, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 1 | 38 km |
| 1880 | GISBORNE | Earthquake | - | - | 93 km |
| 1831 | POVERTY BAY, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 68 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Whakaari/White Island (120 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Whakaari/White Island | Stratovolcano(es) | 294 m (965 ft) | 2019 | 120 km |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 158 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 175 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in |
Tokomaru has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 48°F in July to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 68.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.1") and October the driest (3.9").
Schools in Tokomaru
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatea-ā-Rangi | - | - | - | - |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Tokomaru | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Tokomaru
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tokomaru
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tokomaru
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tokomaru
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tokomaru
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tokomaru
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gisborne Airport | GIS | Medium Airport |
| Ruatoria Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tokomaru
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Margarets Anglican Church | |
| St James | |
| St Mary’s Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Tokomaru?
Tokomaru has a population of 470 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 248.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tokomaru?
Tokomaru enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 68.2 inches.
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