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Babanango, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Babanango is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 2,259. Elevation: 4,245 ft (1,294 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,259 Population 2/sq mi density
4,245 ft Elevation 1,294 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
33.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Babanango

Babanango is a small town located about 58 kilometers north-west of Melmoth in the KwaZulu-Natal Province of South Africa. Founded in 1904, the town takes its name from the nearby stream and mountain. It is home to the recently established big five game reserve, Babanango Game Reserve, which has brought the community together as a conservation initiative.

People

Population2,259
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation4,245 ft (1,294 m)
Population2,259
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation4,245 ft (1,294 m)
Coordinates-28.3773°, 31.0851°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation33.8 inches (859 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Babanango

Babanango is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 2,259. The city sits at an elevation of 4,245 feet (1,294 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Babanango enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,245 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above South Africa avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,245 ft (1,294 m)
Area1,010.2 sq mi (2,616.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-28.3773°N, 31.0851°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.8"
11% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.24"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 6, 2016.

May 27, 2012 14 km S of Piet Retief, South Africa M4.4 140 km
Jun 16, 2015 19 km ESE of Sundumbili, South Africa M4.3 101 km
Jan 9, 1994 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa M3.7 150 km
Feb 6, 2016 South Africa M3.7 135 km
Oct 11, 1993 45 km ESE of Ekuvukeni, South Africa M3.3 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 4.9 in
February 69°F (20°C) 4.7 in Warmest
March 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
April 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in Driest
August 58°F (14°C) 0.9 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
October 64°F (18°C) 4.0 in
November 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in Wettest

Babanango has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 54°F in June to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Babanango

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Babanango Primary School - - - -
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Hotels in Babanango

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Babanango Hotel

Airports Near Babanango

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi AirportULDMedium Airport
Amatikulu (Microlight) Airport-Small Airport
Eshowe Airport-Small Airport
Greytown Airport-Small Airport
Isithebe Airport-Small Airport
Nongoma Airport-Small Airport
Vryheid AirportVYDSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
3850

🇿🇦 About South Africa

Capital Pretoria
Population 57,779,622
Area 1,219,912 km²
GDP (USD) $381,440,724,491
GDP per capita $6,034
HDI 0.717
Life expectancy 66.1 years
Internet users 75.7%
Urban population 63.6%
Currency ZAR (Rand)
Languages Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Vend...
Calling code +27
TLD .za
Driving side left

Public Holidays in South Africa

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 21 Human Rights Day Human Rights Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Family Day Family Day
Apr 27 Freedom Day Freedom Day
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
Jun 16 Youth Day Youth Day
Aug 10 National Women's Day National Women's Day
Sep 24 Heritage Day Heritage Day
Dec 16 Day of Reconciliation Day of Reconciliation
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Day of Goodwill St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Babanango

What is the population of Babanango?

Babanango has a population of 2,259 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,010.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Babanango?

Babanango enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 inches.

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