Waipawa, New Zealand
Wellington Region · New Zealand
Waipawa is a small town in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 2,250. Elevation: 781 ft (238 m). Average temperature: 55°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 Waipawa
Waipawa was a parliamentary electorate in the Hawke's Bay Region of New Zealand, from 1881 to 1946.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,250 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.4122°, 175.5153° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Wellington Region |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.9 inches (1,116 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Waipawa
Waipawa is a small town in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 2,250. The city sits at an elevation of 781 feet (238 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Area | 1,046.4 sq mi (2,710.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4122°S, 175.5153°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | - | 47 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 119 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 103 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | - | - | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 2.8 in |
Waipawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 46°F in July to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (2.2").
Museums in Waipawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martinborough Colonial Museum | ||||
| Martinborough Colonial Museum |
Airports Near Waipawa
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington International Airport | WLG | Large Airport |
| Hood Airport | MRO | Medium Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| Alfredton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flat Point Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Martinborough Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papawai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Waipawa?
Waipawa has a population of 2,250 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,046.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Waipawa?
Waipawa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches.
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