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Empangeni, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Empangeni is a mid-size city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 33,075. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Empangeni
Empangeni is a town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is approximately 157 kilometres north of Durban, in hilly countryside, overlooking a flat coastal plain and the major harbour town of Richards Bay 16 kilometres away. The N2 freeway runs east from Empangeni intersecting John Ross Highway (R34) which connects Empangeni and Richards Bay.
People
Climate
| Population | 33,075 |
| Population Density | 81 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.7620°, 31.8933° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.0 inches (1,093 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Empangeni
Empangeni is a mid-size city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 33,075. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet (103 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Empangeni
Empangeni 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.5°F |
| 31% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 407.6 sq mi (1,055.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.7620°N, 31.8933°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 5.1 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in |
Empangeni has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 63°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (1.8").
Schools in Empangeni
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Siyakhanyisa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ziphozonke High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kangikho Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nongweleza High School | - | - | - | - |
| Old Mill High School | - | - | - | - |
| Sigisi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Empangeni Christian Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Grantham Park Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Catherine's Empangeni Combined School | - | - | - | - |
| Empangeni Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| Empangeni High School | - | - | - | - |
| Heuwelland Primere Skool | - | - | - | - |
| Amangwe Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bhekikusasa High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bingoma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Zululand Remedial School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Empangeni
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquadene Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ntambanana Umtapo Wolwazi Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Richards Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Richards Bay Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Empangeni
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Empangeni
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Empangeni
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Empangeni
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Empangeni
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Empangeni
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Empangeni
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport | ULD | Medium Airport |
| Richards Bay Airport | RCB | Medium Airport |
| Amatikulu (Microlight) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ballito Bay (Dolphin Coast) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Empangeni Airport | EMG | Small Airport |
| Eshowe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hluhluwe Airport | HLW | Small Airport |
| Isithebe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mubatuba Airport | DUK | Small Airport |
| Ornate Lake - St Lucia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Riverview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| St Lucia Estuary | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Empangeni
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Methodist Church |
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Public Holidays in South Africa
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What is the population of Empangeni?
Empangeni has a population of 33,075 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 407.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Empangeni?
Empangeni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches.