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Berea, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Berea is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 15,000. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Berea
The Berea is a ridge above the city of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa on the northern side which overlooks the city centre and the Indian Ocean. Berea is also used as a collective designation for the suburbs in the area. It has been described as the area between the Howard College Campus of the University of KwaZulu-Natal and the Burman Bush Nature Reserve.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,000 |
| Population Density | 54 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.8519°, 30.9934° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.9 inches (1,013 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Berea
Berea is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 15,000. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet (92 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Berea
Berea has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Feb (25°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 973 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Area | 276.2 sq mi (715.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.8519°N, 30.9934°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in |
Berea has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 62°F in June to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.9").
Schools in Berea
89+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nagari Pracharni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| New Forest High School | - | - | - | - |
| Montclair Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sea View Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rossburgh High School | - | - | - | - |
| Phambili High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bellair Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Carrington Heights Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Clairwood Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sea Cow Lake Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bright Future Special School | - | - | - | - |
| Chatsworth Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Woodlands Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bonela Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bonela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Yellowwood Park Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| North Crest Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Port Natal Skool | - | - | - | - |
| Carrington Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Glenmore Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Eden College | - | - | - | - |
| Penzance Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Settlers Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Columbia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Berea West Senior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bantuvukani Senior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bhekaphambili Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Berea West Preparatory | - | - | - | - |
| Briardene Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Burnwood Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Brettonwood High School | - | - | - | - |
| Msizi Dube Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aj Mwelase Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Apollo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| M.L. Sultan St Marys Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Parkhill Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Queensburg Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Werda Skool | - | - | - | - |
| Hillary Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Umkhumbane Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wiggins Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Durban East Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Umbilo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alipore Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ganges Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Clayton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Charles Hugo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Springfield Hindu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Durban Girls' College | - | - | - | - |
| Maris Stella School | - | - | - | - |
| Berea Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sparks Estate Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Overport Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Al-Falaah College Durban | - | - | - | - |
| Springfield Model Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Centenary Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bechet High School | - | - | - | - |
| Sastri College | - | - | - | - |
| St. Augustine's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Orient Islamic School | - | - | - | - |
| Collegevale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Manor Gardens Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hartley Road Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ridge Park College | - | - | - | - |
| Impact Christian Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Durban High School | - | - | - | - |
| Edu-Bears Playcentre | - | - | - | - |
| Glenwood Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| Merebank Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Parsee Rustomjee Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wentworth Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gardenia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Austerville Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Fairvale Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Assegai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tree Tops School | - | - | - | - |
| Keitsleigh School | - | - | - | - |
| Glenwood High School | - | - | - | - |
| Africa Health Research Institute | - | - | - | - |
| St Henry's Marist College | - | - | - | - |
| Cato Crest Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dinkyland Pre-Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Westridge High School | - | - | - | - |
| Marian Bee Sultan Pre-School & Montessori | - | - | - | - |
| Harrington-Thorn Pre-Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Sherwood Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Birdwood School | - | - | - | - |
| Wonderkids Montessori Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Theresa's RC Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Berea
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gagasi FM | - | UNKNOWN | |
| East Coast Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| East Coast Gold | decades | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Al-Ansaar Radio | community, islam | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Ballito 88 FM - Radio Life & Style | 80s, 90s | UNKNOWN | |
| Cassette Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Megazone South | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Namaste | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kakarela FM | news talk music | MP3 | |
| Underground Radio | underground | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Berea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durban Holocaust & Genocide Centre | ||||
| Durban Holocaust & Genocide Centre | ||||
| Natal Maritime Museum | ||||
| Natal Maritime Museum | ||||
| Old Court House Museum | ||||
| Old Court House Museum | ||||
| Old House Museum | ||||
| Old House Museum | ||||
| Umkhumbane Museum | ||||
| Umkhumbane Museum |
Libraries in Berea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athlone Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| B Block (Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Durban North Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Durban North Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Firwood Lbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Firwood Lbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenashley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingsburgh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ted Maddams Media Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterfall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westville North Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Berea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Hours family market |
Hotels in Berea
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Berea
30 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Berea
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Berea
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Berea
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Berea
10 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Berea
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Berea
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Berea
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Berea
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Berea
21 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Berea
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Berea
96 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Berea
16 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Berea
7 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Berea
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Berea
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Berea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robsons Brewery | ||||
| Robsons Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Berea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Curries Fountain Sports |
Airports Near Berea
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| King Shaka International Airport | DUR | Large Airport |
| Pietermaritzburg Airport | PZB | Medium Airport |
| Virginia Airport | VIR | Medium Airport |
| Alverstone Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ballito Bay (Dolphin Coast) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baynesfield Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Clan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Greytown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hibberdene Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isithebe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| New Hanover Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Scottburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Scottburgh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Berea
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL | |
| Overport Post Office | |
| Yellowwood Park Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Berea
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Durban Eye & Laser Clinic | ||
| Red Hill Clinic | ||
| Usizo Lwethu Afrisun Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Berea
26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Believers Christian Church | |
| Durban Progressive Jewish Congregation | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| Lodge Grove Masjid | |
| Mohammedeya Musjid | |
| Musgrave Methodist | |
| Musjid Al Hilal | |
| Musjid-us-Saliheen | |
| New Forrest Congregational Church | |
| Regional Headquarters Order of the Scottish Rite | |
| Saligram Hall | |
| Salt and Sunshine Ministries | |
| Seventh-Day Adventist Church | |
| Soofie Masjid | |
| Sri Sarada Devi Ashram | |
| St Etheldreda's Church | |
| St Olav's Norwegian | |
| St Thomas' | |
| St Thomas' Anglican | |
| The Atrium Jamaat Khana |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Berea
What is the population of Berea?
Berea has a population of 15,000 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 276.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Berea?
Berea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches.