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Drummond, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Drummond is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 1,823. Elevation: 2,326 ft (709 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Drummond
Drummond is a town in eThekwini Metro in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,823 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,326 ft (709 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.7558°, 30.6898° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.5 inches (927 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Drummond
Drummond is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 1,823. The city sits at an elevation of 2,326 feet (709 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Drummond
Drummond has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Feb (25°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 973 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,326 ft (709 m) |
| Area | 1,295.0 sq mi (3,353.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.7558°N, 30.6898°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 4.9 in |
Drummond has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 57°F in June to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Drummond
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethembeni School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwa-Thintwa School for the Deaf | - | - | - | - |
| Highbury Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| Hillcrest Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Drummond
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gagasi FM | - | UNKNOWN | |
| East Coast Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 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 | |
| Underground Radio | underground | MP3 128 kbps | |
| uMgungundlovu FM 107.6 | community, education | UNKNOWN |
Museums in Drummond
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Station Master's House |
Libraries in Drummond
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ted Maddams Media Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterfall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westville North Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Drummond
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shongweni Farmers and Craft Market |
Hotels in Drummond
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Drummond
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Drummond
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Drummond
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Drummond
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Drummond
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Drummond
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Drummond
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Drummond
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Drummond
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 |
| Greytown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Howick Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isithebe 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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Public Holidays in South Africa
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What is the population of Drummond?
Drummond has a population of 1,823 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,295.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Drummond?
Drummond enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches.