Waimataitai, New Zealand
Canterbury · New Zealand
Waimataitai is a small town in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 2,210. Elevation: 59 ft (18 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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About Waimataitai
Waimataitai is a suburb of Timaru, in the South Canterbury district and Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,210 |
| Population Density | 168 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | -44.3787°, 171.2401° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Canterbury |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.0 inches (990 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.9 inches (5 cm) |
About Waimataitai
Waimataitai is a small town in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 2,210. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 13.1 sq mi (34.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 168/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3787°S, 171.2401°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1856 | S CANTERBURY PROVINCE, SOUTH ISLAND | Unknown | 1.0 m | - | 74 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 44°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
Waimataitai has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in July to 61°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.3") and June the driest (1.4").
Schools in Waimataitai
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grantlea Downs School | - | - | - | - |
| Waimataitai School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Waimataitai
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100,3FM South Canterbury | geraldine, local radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Waimataitai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Point Railway | ||||
| South Canterbury Aviation Heritage Centre | ||||
| South Canterbury Museum | ||||
| South Canterbury Traction Engine And Transport Museum. |
Libraries in Waimataitai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timaru District Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Waimataitai
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Waimataitai
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Waimataitai
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Waimataitai
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Waimataitai
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Dobson Ski Field | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Fox Peak Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Roundhill Ski Field | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Waimataitai
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Oamaru Airport | OAM | Medium Airport |
| Timaru Airport | TIU | Medium Airport |
| Anama airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashburton Airport | ASG | Small Airport |
| Cattle Creek Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mesopotamia Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rangitata Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waimate Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Waimataitai?
Waimataitai has a population of 2,210 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 168 people per square mile, spread across 13.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Waimataitai?
Waimataitai has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.
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