Waikawa, New Zealand
Marlborough · New Zealand
Waikawa is a small town in Marlborough, New Zealand with a population of 1,720. Elevation: 115 ft (35 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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About Waikawa
Waikawa is a small settlement to the north east of Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand. Waikawa Bay opens onto Queen Charlotte Sound.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,720 |
| Population Density | 132 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.2667°, 174.0500° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Marlborough |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.5 inches (749 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.7 inches (2 cm) |
About Waikawa
Waikawa is a small town in New Zealand (Marlborough) with a population of 1,720. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 13.1 sq mi (33.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 132/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2667°S, 174.0500°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.0 m (36 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | - | 79 km |
| 1868 | NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 148 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 53 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 54 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | - | - | 74 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 5.5 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in |
Waikawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 46°F in August to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 56.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.7") and February the driest (3.0").
Schools in Waikawa
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waikawa Bay School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Waikawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edwin Fox Maritime Museum | ||||
| Picton Heritage and Whaling Museum |
Libraries in Waikawa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Picton Library and Service Centre | 0.0 |
Hotels in Waikawa
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Waikawa
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Waikawa
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Waikawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moa Brewing Company |
Airports Near Waikawa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Woodbourne Airport | BHE | Medium Airport |
| Cape Campbell airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Omaka Blenheim Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Picton Aerodrome | PCN | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Waikawa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Picton Baptist Church |
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Shipwrecks Near Waikawa
1 documented shipwrecks found near Waikawa.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MS Mikhail Lermontov | - | A Soviet passenger liner that ran aground in the Marlborough Sounds. |
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Waikawa?
Waikawa has a population of 1,720 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 132 people per square mile, spread across 13.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Waikawa?
Waikawa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches.
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