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Te Puke
The kiwifruit capital of the world, Te Puke is a thriving agricultural town with a strong sense of community and rural charm.
Population
~8,000
Quick Facts
Annual Rainfall
1,400mm annually
Annual Sunshine
2,200 hours annually
Climate & Weather
Understanding the local climate helps you prepare for your new life in Te Puke.
Summer (Dec - Feb)
Warm summers ideal for fruit growing
25°C
Average High
15°C
Average Low
Winter (Jun - Aug)
Mild winters with occasional frost
17°C
Average High
7°C
Average Low
Monthly Weather Overview
Temperature and rainfall patterns throughout the year
Jan
High/Low
25°/15°C
Rainfall
90mm
Feb
High/Low
26°/16°C
Rainfall
80mm
Mar
High/Low
24°/14°C
Rainfall
95mm
Apr
High/Low
22°/12°C
Rainfall
100mm
May
High/Low
19°/9°C
Rainfall
120mm
Jun
High/Low
17°/7°C
Rainfall
135mm
Jul
High/Low
16°/6°C
Rainfall
140mm
Aug
High/Low
17°/7°C
Rainfall
130mm
Sep
High/Low
19°/9°C
Rainfall
115mm
Oct
High/Low
21°/11°C
Rainfall
100mm
Nov
High/Low
23°/13°C
Rainfall
90mm
Dec
High/Low
24°/14°C
Rainfall
85mm
Things to Do
Discover what makes Te Puke special - from natural attractions to cultural experiences.
Kiwi360 - kiwifruit theme park and tours
Te Puke Domain - parks and sports facilities
Longridge Park - jet boating and activities
Local orchards - seasonal fruit picking
Farmers markets - fresh local produce
Community events - agricultural shows
Teacher Stories
Hear from teachers who chose to make Te Puke their home
"Teaching in an agricultural community means our students understand hard work and the value of education. The connection between what we teach and real-world applications is so clear here."
Mark Thompson
Te Puke High School
Technology teacher, moved from Hamilton in 2020
Ready to Explore Teaching in Te Puke?
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