Whangarei Heads, New Zealand
Northland · New Zealand
Whangarei Heads is a small town in Northland, New Zealand with a population of 1,060. Elevation: 420 ft (128 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°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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People
Climate
| Population | 1,060 |
| Population Density | 174 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.8167°, 174.5000° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Northland |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.3 inches (1,937 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Whangarei Heads
Whangarei Heads is a small town in New Zealand (Northland) with a population of 1,060. The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet (128 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.6°F |
| 7% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 174/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8167°S, 174.5000°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Whangarei (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Whangarei | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 397 m (1,302 ft) | Unknown | 22 km |
| Kaikohe-Bay of Islands | Volcanic field | 388 m (1,273 ft) | 400 | 79 km |
| Auckland Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 260 m (853 ft) | 1350 | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 65°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 6.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 3.7 in |
Whangarei Heads has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 52°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.1") and February the driest (3.1").
Schools in Whangarei Heads
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Tree Point School | - | - | - | - |
| Parua Bay School | - | - | - | - |
| Whangarei Heads School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Whangarei Heads
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beagle 88.1 | alternative, funk | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The Wireless (Today's Best Country) | country | MP3 | |
| The Generator | classic rock, hard rock | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Whangarei Heads
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claphams Clock Museum | ||||
| Medical Museum | ||||
| Old Library Arts Centre | ||||
| Waipu Museum | ||||
| Whangarei Museum |
Libraries in Whangarei Heads
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ngunguru Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Ruakaka Hub Library and Service Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Tikipunga Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whangarei Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Whangarei Heads
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Whangarei Heads
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Whangarei Heads
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Whangarei Heads
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Whangarei Heads
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Whangarei Heads
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kerikeri Airport | KKE | Medium Airport |
| Whangarei Airport | WRE | Medium Airport |
| Dargaville Aerodrome | DGR | Small Airport |
| Kaikohe Airport | KKO | Small Airport |
| Kaipara Flats Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Koheroa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maromaku West Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maungaparenua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Omaha Flats Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Omapere Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pouerua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Remuera Settlement Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ruapekapeka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ruawai Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Springhill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tahere Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Te Kene Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Toots Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waiaruhe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waitotehoanga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Waro Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Whangarei Heads
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lifepoint Baptist Church |
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Shipwrecks Near Whangarei Heads
2 documented shipwrecks found near Whangarei Heads.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| HMNZS Puriri | - | A coastal cargo boat that was converted into a minesweeper, and hit a mine off Bream Head 25 days after being commissioned. |
| RMS Niagara | - | An ocean liner that struck a mine and sank off Bream Head while carrying a secret consignment of gold from the Bank of England. |
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What is the population of Whangarei Heads?
Whangarei Heads has a population of 1,060 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 174 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Whangarei Heads?
Whangarei Heads enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 76.3 inches.
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