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eMkhuze, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
eMkhuze is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 5,288. Elevation: 463 ft (141 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About eMkhuze
Mkuze, also named Mkhuze or uMkhuze is a small town in Northern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is located approximately 350 km from the city of Durban. It is along the N2 road en route to Johannesburg, Eswatini and Mozambique; between the Mkuze River and Intaba Yemikhovu. Mkuze is some distance from other small towns such as Hluhluwe (50 km), Nongoma (76 km), Pongola (65 km), and Jozini (25 km). Mkuze is the seat of Umkhanyakude District Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,288 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.6205°, 32.0339° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.7 inches (780 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About eMkhuze
eMkhuze is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 5,288. The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet (141 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.1°F |
| 34% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Area | 1,509.0 sq mi (3,908.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.6205°N, 32.0339°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 3.3 in |
eMkhuze has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in June to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near eMkhuze
0 stations within ~55 km.
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Hotels in eMkhuze
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in eMkhuze
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in eMkhuze
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in eMkhuze
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in eMkhuze
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near eMkhuze
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mkuze Airport | MZQ | Medium Airport |
| Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport | ULD | Medium Airport |
| Hluhluwe Airport | HLW | Small Airport |
| Ingwavuma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jozini Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kosibaai Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kubuta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lavumisa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Manzengwenya Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mbazwana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mubatuba Airport | DUK | Small Airport |
| Nongoma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nsoko Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ornate Lake - St Lucia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pongola Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sodwana Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| St Lucia Estuary | — | Small Airport |
| Zulu Inyala Airport | PZL | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near eMkhuze
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| iSimangaliso Wetland Park |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near eMkhuze
Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of eMkhuze?
eMkhuze has a population of 5,288 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,509.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in eMkhuze?
eMkhuze has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.