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Pukekohe

Agricultural town south of Auckland known for market gardens, motorsport, and family-friendly community.

Population
~30,000
Quick Facts
Annual Rainfall
1,200mm annually
Annual Sunshine
2,000 hours annually

Climate & Weather

Understanding the local climate helps you prepare for your new life in Pukekohe.

Summer (Dec - Feb)
Warm summers, slightly cooler than Auckland
23°C
Average High
15°C
Average Low
Winter (Jun - Aug)
Cool winters with occasional frost
15°C
Average High
7°C
Average Low
Monthly Weather Overview
Temperature and rainfall patterns throughout the year
Jan
High/Low
23°/15°C
Rainfall
75mm
Feb
High/Low
24°/16°C
Rainfall
65mm
Mar
High/Low
22°/14°C
Rainfall
85mm
Apr
High/Low
20°/12°C
Rainfall
95mm
May
High/Low
17°/9°C
Rainfall
115mm
Jun
High/Low
15°/7°C
Rainfall
135mm
Jul
High/Low
14°/6°C
Rainfall
140mm
Aug
High/Low
15°/7°C
Rainfall
125mm
Sep
High/Low
17°/9°C
Rainfall
105mm
Oct
High/Low
19°/11°C
Rainfall
90mm
Nov
High/Low
21°/13°C
Rainfall
80mm
Dec
High/Low
22°/14°C
Rainfall
80mm

Things to Do

Discover what makes Pukekohe special - from natural attractions to cultural experiences.

Pukekohe Park Raceway - motorsport events

Franklin Botanic Reserve - gardens and walks

Local markets - fresh produce

Glenbrook Vintage Railway - heritage trains

Awhitu Peninsula - beaches nearby

Sports facilities - rugby, cricket, athletics

Teacher Stories

Hear from teachers who chose to make Pukekohe their home

"Pukekohe is growing rapidly, which means new opportunities and modern facilities. The agricultural heritage makes our science and technology programs really hands-on and practical."
David Kumar
David Kumar
Pukekohe High School
Technology teacher, moved from Hamilton in 2020

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