Wairau Valley, New Zealand
Marlborough · New Zealand
Wairau Valley is a small town in Marlborough, New Zealand with a population of 231. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°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 Wairau Valley
Wairau Valley is the valley of the Wairau River in Marlborough, New Zealand and also the name of the main settlement in the upper valley. State Highway 63 runs through the valley. The valley opens onto the Wairau Plain, where Renwick and Blenheim are sited. The Alpine–Wairau Fault runs along the length of the valley.
People
Climate
| Population | 231 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.5667°, 173.5333° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Marlborough |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.8 inches (1,291 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.1 inches (8 cm) |
About Wairau Valley
Wairau Valley is a small town in New Zealand (Marlborough) with a population of 231. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 171.8 sq mi (445.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5667°S, 173.5333°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 | - | 127 km |
| 2016 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.5 m | 2 | 136 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 55 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 69 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | - | - | 61 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in |
Wairau Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 43°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.4").
Schools in Wairau Valley
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wairau Valley School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wairau Valley
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian FM 105.6 Nelson NZ | - | AAC 128 kbps |
Monuments in Wairau Valley
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Wairau Valley
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Wairau Valley
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Airport | NSN | Medium Airport |
| Woodbourne Airport | BHE | Medium Airport |
| Cape Campbell airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Molesworth Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Motueka Airport | MZP | Small Airport |
| Omaka Blenheim Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Picton Aerodrome | PCN | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wairau Valley
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Good Shepherd Wairau Valley |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Wairau Valley?
Wairau Valley has a population of 231 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 171.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wairau Valley?
Wairau Valley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.
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