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Bulwer, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Bulwer is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 1,285. Elevation: 4,911 ft (1,497 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,285 Population 2/sq mi density
4,911 ft Elevation 1,497 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
37.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Bulwer

Bulwer

Bulwer is a small town in the KwaZulu-Natal's Midlands region, South Africa. It is situated on the R617 regional road between the towns of Boston and Underberg and around 50 minutes north-west of the town of Ixopo on the R56. The village is nestled in the shadow of the Amahwaqa mountain.

People

Population1,285
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation4,911 ft (1,497 m)
Population1,285
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation4,911 ft (1,497 m)
Coordinates-29.8059°, 29.7673°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation37.5 inches (952 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bulwer

Bulwer is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 1,285. The city sits at an elevation of 4,911 feet (1,497 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Bulwer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,911 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above South Africa avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,911 ft (1,497 m)
Area682.8 sq mi (1,768.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-29.8059°N, 29.7673°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.5"
1% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.50"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 18, 2016.

Aug 18, 2016 10 km W of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M4.5 120 km
Jul 26, 1991 10 km NNW of Port Shepstone, South Africa M3.8 113 km
Jan 9, 1994 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa M3.7 60 km
Feb 6, 2016 South Africa M3.7 97 km
Jan 27, 1994 52 km WSW of Kokstad, South Africa M3.4 134 km
Aug 21, 1990 27 km ESE of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M3.1 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 6.5 in Warmest, Wettest
February 66°F (19°C) 5.9 in
March 64°F (18°C) 5.2 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
July 49°F (9°C) 0.5 in
August 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
November 62°F (17°C) 4.6 in
December 65°F (18°C) 5.9 in

Bulwer has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 49°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.5") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Bulwer

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Emnqundekweni Primary School - - - -
Bulwer Primary School - - - -
Bhidla Primary School - - - -
Blessed Luanda Primary School - - - -
Esiqhingini Primary School - - - -
Zashuke High School - - - -
Luhana Primary School - - - -
Seaford Primary School - - - -
Dumabezwe Secondary School - - - -
Pholela Special School - - - -
Ngonyama High School - - - -
Madulini Secondary School - - - -
Bhambatha Primary School - - - -
Gqumeni Primary School - - - -
Siphahleni Primary School - - - -
Siqhoza Secondary School - - - -
Mphephetha Primary School - - - -
Dingeka High School - - - -
Mzwendaba Primary School - - - -
Nkwezela Primary School - - - -
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Train Stations in Bulwer

6 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bulwer
Deepdale
Deholm
Kwa Thoba
Ncwadi
Sizanenjana

Gas Stations in Bulwer

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Engen

Banks in Bulwer

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FNB ATM

Airports Near Bulwer

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pietermaritzburg AirportPZBMedium Airport
Baynesfield Estate Airport-Small Airport
Clan Airport-Small Airport
Diamond Valley Airport-Small Airport
Drakensberg Gardens Airport-Small Airport
H M S Bastard Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Himeville Airfield-Small Airport
Howick Airport-Small Airport
Malefiloane Airstrip-Small Airport
Mokhotlong AirportMKHSmall Airport
Sehlabathebe Airport-Small Airport
Siteka Airport-Small Airport
The Grange Airport-Small Airport
Treverton College Airstrip-Small Airport
Underberg Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
3244

🇿🇦 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 Bulwer

What is the population of Bulwer?

Bulwer has a population of 1,285 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 682.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bulwer?

Bulwer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches.

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