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Kaitaia
Far North town serving as gateway to Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach with strong community spirit.
Population
~5,000
Quick Facts
Annual Rainfall
1,150mm annually
Annual Sunshine
2,200 hours annually
Climate & Weather
Understanding the local climate helps you prepare for your new life in Kaitaia.
Summer (Dec - Feb)
Warm subtropical summers
25°C
Average High
16°C
Average Low
Winter (Jun - Aug)
Mild winters, rarely cold
17°C
Average High
9°C
Average Low
Monthly Weather Overview
Temperature and rainfall patterns throughout the year
Jan
High/Low
25°/16°C
Rainfall
70mm
Feb
High/Low
26°/17°C
Rainfall
65mm
Mar
High/Low
24°/15°C
Rainfall
75mm
Apr
High/Low
22°/14°C
Rainfall
90mm
May
High/Low
19°/11°C
Rainfall
110mm
Jun
High/Low
17°/9°C
Rainfall
125mm
Jul
High/Low
16°/8°C
Rainfall
130mm
Aug
High/Low
17°/9°C
Rainfall
120mm
Sep
High/Low
19°/11°C
Rainfall
105mm
Oct
High/Low
21°/13°C
Rainfall
90mm
Nov
High/Low
23°/15°C
Rainfall
80mm
Dec
High/Low
24°/16°C
Rainfall
75mm
Things to Do
Discover what makes Kaitaia special - from natural attractions to cultural experiences.
Cape Reinga - northernmost point of NZ
Ninety Mile Beach - iconic long beach
Te Ahu Centre - cultural and heritage center
Ancient Kauri Kingdom - Kauri crafts
Gumdiggers Park - historic gum digging site
Far North fishing - excellent opportunities
Teacher Stories
Hear from teachers who chose to make Kaitaia their home
"Teaching in the Far North is an adventure. The landscape is stunning, and the community is incredibly welcoming. My students have such a strong connection to this place, and it's inspiring to be part of their journey."
Sarah Wilson
Kaitaia College
English teacher, moved from Wellington in 2021
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