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Cato Ridge, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Cato Ridge is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 5,168. Elevation: 2,490 ft (759 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
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About Cato Ridge
Cato Ridge is a town in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa named after George Christopher Cato (1814–1893), the first mayor of Durban. Organisationally and administratively it is included in the Ethekwini Metropolitan Municipality as a suburb of the Outer West region.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,168 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,490 ft (759 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.7333°, 30.5833° |
| 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 Cato Ridge
Cato Ridge is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 5,168. The city sits at an elevation of 2,490 feet (759 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.
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 | 2,490 ft (759 m) |
| Area | 1,295.0 sq mi (3,353.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.7333°N, 30.5833°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 |
Cato Ridge 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").
Schools in Cato Ridge
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Table Mountain Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ngangezwe High School | — | — | — | — |
| Asizenzele Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Banqobile Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cato Ridge
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 Cato Ridge
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comrades Marathon House | ||||
| Station Master's House | ||||
| Voortreker |
Libraries in Cato Ridge
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil Renaud Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Christian Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Msunduzi Municipal Library, Bessie Head Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Msunduzi Municipal Library, Bessie Head Library | 0.0 | |||||
| TWC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterfall Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cato Ridge
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer's Market | |||||
| Shongweni Farmers and Craft Market |
Restaurants in Cato Ridge
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Cato Ridge
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cato Ridge
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cato Ridge
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cato Ridge
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 Cato Ridge?
Cato Ridge has a population of 5,168 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,295.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cato Ridge?
Cato Ridge 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.