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Dannhauser, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Dannhauser is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 10,378. Elevation: 4,459 ft (1,359 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dannhauser
Dannhauser is a former coal mining town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Cattle and sheep farming take place in the district. The town of Dannhauser was named after Renier Dannhauser, a German settler, who purchased the farm Palmietfontein from the Natal Government in 1872. It was proclaimed a village in 1937.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,378 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,459 ft (1,359 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.0151°, 30.0566° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.0 inches (812 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dannhauser
Dannhauser is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 10,378. The city sits at an elevation of 4,459 feet (1,359 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Dannhauser
Dannhauser has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 687 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,459 ft (1,359 m) |
| Area | 770.9 sq mi (1,996.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.0151°N, 30.0566°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in |
Dannhauser has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 51°F in June to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Dannhauser
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Siphuthando Public Combined School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Dannhauser
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talana Museum |
Libraries in Dannhauser
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dundee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fairleigh | 0.0 |
Clinics in Dannhauser
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Dannhauser
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dannhauser
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dannhauser
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dannhauser
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ladysmith Airport | LAY | Medium Airport |
| Newcastle Airport | NCS | Medium Airport |
| Battlefields Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bingelela | - | Small Airport |
| Dundee Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Durnacol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nambiti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Utrecht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Volksrust Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vryheid Airport | VYD | Small Airport |
| Wakkerstroom Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Dannhauser?
Dannhauser has a population of 10,378 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 770.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dannhauser?
Dannhauser enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.0 inches.