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Omuia is a hill situated in New Zealand, rising to an elevation of 465 metres. Located in the Manawatū-Whanganui region within the Rangitīkei District, this hill forms part of the wider Western North Island landscape in Oceania.
As part of the Matemateāonga Range, Omuia holds a position among the local peaks, serving as the 171st highest out of 280 named peaks within the range.
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Geographically, Omuia sits within the Matemateāonga Range on the North Island of New Zealand. Administratively, it falls under the Rangitīkei District in the Manawatū-Whanganui region. Within the scope of the 280 named peaks of the Matemateāonga Range, Omuia is ranked as the 171st highest elevation.
Several notable elevations sit in the immediate vicinity of Omuia. The surrounding landscape features nearby highs that define the local terrain:
Compared to these nearby points, Omuia has a more modest elevation of 465 m, sitting lower than its immediate neighbors in the surrounding terrain.
From the top of Omuia, various prominent elevations within a 25 km radius can be observed on clear days. The highest peaks within this range include:
These surrounding giants shape the visible horizon across the local landscape.
Omuia belongs to the Matemateāonga Range, which forms part of the Western North Island in New Zealand. This range contains 280 named peaks in total. The highest point of the entire Matemateāonga Range is Hihitahi, reaching 1,116 metres in elevation, located 33 kilometres north of Omuia. Within this mountain chain, Omuia occupies the 171st rank by elevation.
Climate figures for Omuia are estimates derived from NASA POWER climate data spanning 2001 to 2007 and 2001 to 2020 monthly means, with temperatures adjusted to the summit elevation. Mean temperatures at the summit indicate that January is the warmest month at about 16 °C, while July is the coldest at about 6 °C. Mean temperatures remain above freezing throughout every month of the year, including January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Precipitation in the surrounding area totals about 950 mm per year, with June being the wettest month at about 100 mm and January the driest at about 60 mm.
Based on temperature data, the summit experiences mean monthly temperatures above freezing all year round, though January offers the warmest conditions at about 16 °C, making it generally favorable for walking. Precipitation occurs throughout the year with an annual total of about 950 mm, peaking in June with about 100 mm of precipitation, while January is drier with about 60 mm. Walkers should monitor conditions closely as weather can vary across the Manawatū-Whanganui region regardless of the month selected for the trip.
The landscape around Omuia reflects the typical terrain of the Western North Island within New Zealand. Vegetation and wildlife follow regional patterns typical of hill country elevations reaching 465 metres. The natural environment supports varied native flora and fauna adapted to the local climate, which features mean temperatures staying above freezing year-round and an annual precipitation of about 950 mm supporting local ecosystems.
A walk around Omuia requires preparation appropriate for a hill excursion, including sturdy footwear suitable for potential mud or uneven rock, and an outer layer to protect against the wind at higher elevations. Mobile phone communication masts are mapped within 10 km, with 2 masts present and the nearest located 8.3 km south. In case of an emergency, the national emergency number is 111; ask for Police, who coordinate land search and rescue. Both 112 and 911 redirect to 111 on mobile phones.
Omuia stands at an elevation of 465 metres in the Rangitīkei District of New Zealand. Within the 280 named peaks of the Matemateāonga Range, it holds the 171st position by height. It lies 33 kilometres south of Hihitahi, which is the highest peak of the range at 1,116 metres. Additionally, communications infrastructure is present nearby, with 2 mobile phone masts mapped within 10 kilometres of the summit, the closest being 8.3 kilometres to the south.
How high is Omuia? Omuia reaches an elevation of 465 metres.
Where is Omuia located? It is located in New Zealand, within the Manawatū-Whanganui region and the Rangitīkei District, part of the Matemateāonga Range.
What are the nearest peaks to Omuia? The closest elevations include Tauporae at 4.8 km NW, Taukopu at 7.6 km N, and Mataroa at 16.3 km N.
What can be seen from the summit of Omuia? Visible peaks within 25 km include Egmont Peak, Mataroa, Tauporae, Taukopu, Kuratahi, and Puherua.
What is the mobile phone coverage like on Omuia? There are 2 mobile phone masts mapped within 10 km, with the nearest 8.3 km south. On an open top with masts in sight a signal is likely, though signal strength can vary in valleys and behind ridges. Always remember that 112 reaches emergency services over any available network and maps should be downloaded before setting out.
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