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Colenso, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Colenso is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 7,653. Elevation: 3,169 ft (966 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Colenso
Colenso is a town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is located on the southern bank of the Tugela River on the R103 road. The original settlement was contained within a loop on the river, but it subsequently expanded southwards and eastwards. It lies on the main Durban - Johannesburg railway line some 190 km (118 mi) north-west of Durban.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,653 |
| Population Density | 2,030 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,169 ft (966 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.7393°, 29.8258° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.5 inches (775 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Colenso
Colenso is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 7,653. The city sits at an elevation of 3,169 feet (966 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Colenso
Colenso has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 728 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.1°F |
| 19% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,169 ft (966 m) |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,030/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.7393°N, 29.8258°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 4.7 in |
Colenso has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 52°F in June to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Colenso
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoweni High School | - | - | - | - |
| Umndeniwoxolo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Colenso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladysmith Siege Museum |
Libraries in Colenso
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladysmith Library | 0.0 |
Monuments in Colenso
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Colenso
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Colenso
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Colenso
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Harrismith Airport | HRS | Medium Airport |
| Ladysmith Airport | LAY | Medium Airport |
| Aero Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Amphitheatre Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Battlefields Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bingelela | - | Small Airport |
| Clan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dundee Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Durnacol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Mirador Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estcourt Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glen Grey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glenside Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malefiloane Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nambiti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| New Hanover Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siteka Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Treverton College Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Colenso?
Colenso has a population of 7,653 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2,030 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colenso?
Colenso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches.