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Camperdown, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Camperdown is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 2,517. Elevation: 2,507 ft (764 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
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About Camperdown
Camperdown is a settlement in Umgungundlovu District Municipality in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. It is approximately 60 km by road northwest of Durban and 20 km southeast of Pietermaritzburg. It was laid out in 1865 on the farm Camperdown, which was named to commemorate the victory of the British navy under Admiral Adam Duncan over the Dutch fleet under Admiral Jan Willem de Winter in October 1797.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,517 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,507 ft (764 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.7287°, 30.5426° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.4 inches (797 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Camperdown
Camperdown is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 2,517. The city sits at an elevation of 2,507 feet (764 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Camperdown
Camperdown has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.6°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 867 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.3°F |
| 21% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,507 ft (764 m) |
| Area | 1,295.0 sq mi (3,353.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.7287°N, 30.5426°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 5.0 in |
Camperdown has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 55°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near Camperdown
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gagasi FM | — | UNKNOWN | |
| East Coast Gold | decades | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Al-Ansaar Radio | community, islam | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Cassette Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Megazone South | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Namaste | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kakarela FM | news talk music | MP3 | |
| uMgungundlovu FM 107.6 | community, education | UNKNOWN |
Museums in Camperdown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comrades Marathon House | ||||
| Station Master's House | ||||
| Voortreker |
Libraries in Camperdown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil Renaud Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Christian Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hilton College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Msunduzi Municipal Library, Bessie Head Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Msunduzi Municipal Library, Bessie Head Library | 0.0 | |||||
| TWC Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Camperdown
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer's Market | |||||
| Shongweni Farmers and Craft Market |
Train Stations in Camperdown
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Camperdown
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Camperdown
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Camperdown
16 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 |
| Estcourt Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greytown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Howick Airport | — | Small Airport |
| New Hanover Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Scottburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Scottburgh Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Siteka Airport | — | Small Airport |
| The Grange Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Treverton College Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Camperdown?
Camperdown has a population of 2,517 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,295.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Camperdown?
Camperdown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.