Tuatapere, New Zealand
Southland · New Zealand
Tuatapere is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 550. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°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 | 550 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | -46.1333°, 167.6833° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Southland |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.5 inches (1,206 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tuatapere
Tuatapere is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 550. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 189.6 sq mi (491.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.1333°S, 167.6833°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SOUTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 4.0 m | - | 122 km |
| 2009 | OFF WEST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 96 km |
| 2025 | PUYSEGUR TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 149 km |
| 1987 | DEEP COVE | Meteorological | - | - | 86 km |
| 1839 | WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND | Unknown | - | - | 124 km |
| 1826 | DUSKY SOUND | Earthquake | - | - | 101 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 42°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 4.2 in |
Tuatapere has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 42°F in July to 58°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (3.2").
Schools in Tuatapere
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waiau Area School | - | - | - | - |
| Waiau Area School | - | - | - | - |
| Hauroko Valley Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tuatapere
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tuatapere
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bushman's Museum |
Libraries in Tuatapere
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuatapere War Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Tuatapere
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tuatapere
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tuatapere
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tuatapere
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Invercargill Airport | IVC | Medium Airport |
| Manapouri Airport | TEU | Medium Airport |
| Center Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Centre Bush Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tuatapere
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Macquarie Island | Natural | 1997 |
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Waterfalls Near Tuatapere
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Tuatapere.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Cora Lynn Falls | Height: 10m |
| Grainger Falls |
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What is the population of Tuatapere?
Tuatapere has a population of 550 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 189.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tuatapere?
Tuatapere has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches.
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