Whangamata, New Zealand

Waikato Region · New Zealand

Whangamata is a small town in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 4,420. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

4,420 Population 3/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
66.9 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone

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People

Population4,420
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain66.9 in/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population4,420
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-37.2000°, 175.8667°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceWaikato Region
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation66.9 inches (1,699 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Whangamata

Whangamata is a small town in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 4,420. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Whangamata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 66.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above New Zealand avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area1,301.1 sq mi (3,369.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates37.2000°S, 175.8667°E
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.9"
76% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.85"
Driest Month (Jan) 4.41"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,151 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Dec 15, 1994 83 km NNE of Opotiki, New Zealand M6.5 147 km
Dec 7, 2012 27 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M6.3 138 km
Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 103 km
Aug 18, 1999 74 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.7 131 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 113 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 145 km
May 5, 2023 82 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 122 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 106 km
Mar 22, 1990 115 km NE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.6 122 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 79 km
Sep 29, 2010 126 km ENE of Tairua, New Zealand M5.4 131 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 111 km
Apr 8, 2006 20 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.3 130 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 116 km
Aug 17, 2002 13 km W of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.3 112 km
Jan 15, 2012 131 km ENE of Tairua, New Zealand M5.2 139 km
Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 52 km
Jun 12, 2008 45 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.2 115 km
Feb 23, 2015 138 km ENE of Tairua, New Zealand M5.2 146 km
Mar 9, 2022 29 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.1 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mayor Island (35 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 35 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 95 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 117 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 121 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 137 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 142 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 4.4 in Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in Warmest
March 63°F (17°C) 6.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 5.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 5.9 in
June 50°F (10°C) 6.3 in
July 49°F (9°C) 6.9 in Coldest, Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 6.7 in
September 53°F (12°C) 5.5 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.6 in
November 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in
December 63°F (17°C) 5.5 in

Whangamata has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 49°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 66.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (4.4").

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Schools in Whangamata

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Whangamata Area School - - - -
Opoutere School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Whangamata

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFM Coromandel community radio, contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
Sub FM deep house, drum 'n' bass MP3 192 kbps
Gaia FM (New Zealand) celtic, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
RadiJohan decades, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
Radio Te Aroha 88FM community, oldies MP3 128 kbps
The Rhythm 89FM alternative, local AAC

Museums in Whangamata

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Heritage museum
Tramway Museum
Whangamata War Memorial Hall

Libraries in Whangamata

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Pauanui Library and Information Centre0.0
Public Library0.0
Tairua Library0.0
Waihi Library0.0
Waihi Public Library0.0

Restaurants in Whangamata

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cinema Lane
Craft Haus
Kafal
Kallista
Minato
Smoky Pallet
Turkish Master Kebab

Cafes in Whangamata

9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

#LuvCoffee
Bach
Black Trailer Bakery
Blackies Cafe
Chill Cafe
Flight Coffee
Paradise Bakery & Cafe
Port Road Project
Whanga Bar & Café

Dentists in Whangamata

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

OceanDental

Veterinaries in Whangamata

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CoroVets

Gas Stations in Whangamata

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Challenge
Waitomo

Golf Courses in Whangamata

3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Whanga Putter
Whangamata Golf Club (Titoki Course)
Whangamata Golf Club (Williamson Course)

Airports Near Whangamata

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hamilton International AirportHLZMedium Airport
Tauranga AirportTRGMedium Airport
Coromandel AirportCMVSmall Airport
Great Mercury Airport-Small Airport
Matakana Island Airport-Small Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Motiti Island Airport-Small Airport
Pauanui Aerodrome-Small Airport
Te Aroha Airfield-Small Airport
Te Kowhai Airfield-Small Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Waihi Beach Airport-Small Airport
Whitianga AirportWTZSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Whangamata

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baptist Church
Cornerstone Christian Centre
St Patrick Catholic Church

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UFO Sightings
1
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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UFO Sightings Near Whangamata

1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Whangamata.

Name Year Description
Whangamata (new zealand) 2006 MULTIPLE&#44 DIFFERENT POSITION&#44 COLOUR & SHAPE CHANGING &#44ROTATING OBJECTS. ((NUFORC Note: Possibly not a serious report? PD))

Waterfalls Near Whangamata

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Whangamata.

Name Description
Wentworth Falls

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

🇳🇿 About New Zealand

Capital Wellington
Population 4,885,500
Area 268,680 km²
GDP (USD) $255,194,972,673
GDP per capita $49,076
HDI 0.939
Life expectancy 83.0 years
Internet users 96.2%
Urban population 83.9%
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code +64
TLD .nz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in New Zealand

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Day after New Year's Day
Jan 19 Wellington Anniversary Day Wellington Anniversary Day
Jan 26 Auckland Anniversary Day Auckland/Northland Anniversary Day
Feb 2 Nelson Anniversary Day Nelson Anniversary Day
Feb 6 Waitangi Day Waitangi Day
Mar 9 Taranaki Anniversary Day Taranaki Anniversary Day
Mar 23 Otago Anniversary Day Otago Anniversary Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 7 Southland Anniversary Day Southland Anniversary Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Jun 1 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Jul 10 Matariki Matariki
Sep 28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Dominion Day
Oct 23 Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Oct 26 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 2 Marlborough Anniversary Day Marlborough Anniversary Day
Nov 13 Canterbury Anniversary Day Canterbury (North & Central) Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Chatham Islands Anniversary Day Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Westland Anniversary Day Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Whangamata

What is the population of Whangamata?

Whangamata has a population of 4,420 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,301.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Whangamata?

Whangamata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 66.9 inches.

Nearby Cities

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