Tolaga Bay, New Zealand
Gisborne · New Zealand
Tolaga Bay is a small town in Gisborne, New Zealand with a population of 890. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 57°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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People
Climate
| Population | 890 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.3667°, 178.3000° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Gisborne |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.7 inches (1,415 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tolaga Bay
Tolaga Bay is a small town in New Zealand (Gisborne) with a population of 890. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 248.7 sq mi (644.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3667°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 | - | 73 km |
| 1947 | OFF COAST OF NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.0 m | - | 51 km |
| 2021 | GISBORNE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 134 km |
| 2016 | GISBORNE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 134 km |
| 1914 | TOLAGA BAY, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 1 | 64 km |
| 1880 | GISBORNE | Earthquake | - | - | 72 km |
| 1831 | POVERTY BAY, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 45 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Whakaari/White Island (136 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Whakaari/White Island | Stratovolcano(es) | 294 m (965 ft) | 2019 | 136 km |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 160 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 172 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 6.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 3.7 in |
Tolaga Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 49°F in July to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 55.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (3.1").
Schools in Tolaga Bay
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tolaga Bay Area School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Mangatuna | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tolaga Bay
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Switch FM Gisborne | dance | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Restaurants in Tolaga Bay
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tolaga Bay
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Tolaga Bay
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tolaga Bay
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tolaga Bay
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tolaga Bay
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gisborne Airport | GIS | Medium Airport |
| Ruatoria Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tolaga Bay
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Andrews Anglican Church |
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Meteorites Near Tolaga Bay
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Tolaga Bay.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Waingaromia | 1915 |
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Tolaga Bay?
Tolaga Bay has a population of 890 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 248.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tolaga Bay?
Tolaga Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 55.7 inches.
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