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Emaqeleni, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Emaqeleni is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 2,741. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2,741 Population 1,202/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
43.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Emaqeleni

Mtunzini is a small coastal town that is situated almost exactly halfway along KwaZulu-Natal's coastline in South Africa approximately 140 km north of Durban. In 2011, the town's population was 2,199.

People

Population2,741
Density1,202/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population2,741
Population Density1,202 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-28.9264°, 31.7066°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation43.7 inches (1,109 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Emaqeleni

Emaqeleni is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 2,741. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Emaqeleni

Emaqeleni 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 984 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 127.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 138.3
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 116.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 52.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 50.9
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 23.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 39.6
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 47.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 44.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 108.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 132.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 103.3
Emaqeleni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above South Africa avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density1,202/sq mi
Coordinates-28.9264°N, 31.7066°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"
15% above South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.59"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 6, 2016.

Jun 16, 2015 19 km ESE of Sundumbili, South Africa M4.3 29 km
Feb 6, 2016 South Africa M3.7 118 km
Oct 11, 1993 45 km ESE of Ekuvukeni, South Africa M3.3 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 5.1 in Warmest
February 76°F (24°C) 5.2 in
March 75°F (24°C) 5.6 in Wettest
April 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
July 65°F (19°C) 1.7 in
August 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
September 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
October 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in
December 75°F (24°C) 4.7 in

Emaqeleni has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 62°F in June to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Emaqeleni

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bhekamazimela Primary School
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Libraries in Emaqeleni

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Eshowe Public Library0.0
Ntambanana Umtapo Wolwazi Public Library0.0

Airports Near Emaqeleni

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
King Shaka International AirportDURLarge Airport
Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi AirportULDMedium Airport
Richards Bay AirportRCBMedium Airport
Amatikulu (Microlight) AirportSmall Airport
Ballito Bay (Dolphin Coast) AirportSmall Airport
Empangeni AirportEMGSmall Airport
Eshowe AirportSmall Airport
Isithebe AirportSmall Airport
Mubatuba AirportDUKSmall Airport
Riverview AirportSmall Airport
St Lucia EstuarySmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
3867

🇿🇦 About South Africa

Capital Pretoria
Population 57,779,622
Area 1,219,912 km²
GDP (USD) $381,440,724,491
GDP per capita $6,034
HDI 0.717
Life expectancy 66.1 years
Internet users 75.7%
Urban population 63.6%
Currency ZAR (Rand)
Languages Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Vend...
Calling code +27
TLD .za
Driving side left

Public Holidays in South Africa

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 21 Human Rights Day Human Rights Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Family Day Family Day
Apr 27 Freedom Day Freedom Day
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
Jun 16 Youth Day Youth Day
Aug 10 National Women's Day National Women's Day
Sep 24 Heritage Day Heritage Day
Dec 16 Day of Reconciliation Day of Reconciliation
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Day of Goodwill St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Emaqeleni

What is the population of Emaqeleni?

Emaqeleni has a population of 2,741 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1,202 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Emaqeleni?

Emaqeleni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches.

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