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Estcourt, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Estcourt is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 26,444. Elevation: 3,983 ft (1,214 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

26,444 Population 29/sq mi density
3,983 ft Elevation 1,214 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
33.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Estcourt

Estcourt

Estcourt is a town in the uThukela District of KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa. The main economic activity is farming with large bacon and processed food factories situated around the town. The N3 freeway passes close to the town, linking it to the rest of South Africa.

People

Population26,444
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation3,983 ft (1,214 m)
Population26,444
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation3,983 ft (1,214 m)
Coordinates-29.0127°, 29.8662°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation33.7 inches (857 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Estcourt

Estcourt is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 26,444. The city sits at an elevation of 3,983 feet (1,214 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Estcourt

Estcourt has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.8°C), the coldest is Jul (10.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1071 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.8°C / 69°F 9.7° / 33.8° 184.4
Feb 20.3°C / 69°F 10.3° / 32.6° 158.0
Mar 19.5°C / 67°F 9.8° / 31.7° 108.2
Apr 16.1°C / 61°F 5.9° / 28.9° 92.4
May 13.9°C / 57°F 3.1° / 26.3° 29.4
Jun 10.6°C / 51°F 0.2° / 24.1° 11.7
Jul 10.3°C / 51°F -2.4° / 25.4° 8.1
Aug 13.1°C / 55°F 0.4° / 29° 19.2
Sep 16.4°C / 62°F 3.2° / 33.6° 54.4
Oct 18.3°C / 65°F 5° / 36.3° 95.8
Nov 19.9°C / 68°F 7.7° / 36.4° 114.2
Dec 20.7°C / 69°F 9° / 35.1° 195.2
Estcourt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 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 33.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,983 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above South Africa avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,983 ft (1,214 m)
Area910.9 sq mi (2,359.1 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates-29.0127°N, 29.8662°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.7"
11% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.59"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jan 9, 1994 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa M3.7 72 km
Feb 6, 2016 South Africa M3.7 103 km
Oct 11, 1993 45 km ESE of Ekuvukeni, South Africa M3.3 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 5.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 0.5 in
August 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.5 in
October 62°F (16°C) 2.9 in
November 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in
December 67°F (19°C) 5.4 in

Estcourt has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 50°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Estcourt

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Estcourt High School
Drakensview Primary School
Forderville Primary School
Siraatul Haq Islamic School
Celukuphiwa Primary School
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Museums in Estcourt

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT DURNFORD MUSEUM
Weenen Museum

Hotels in Estcourt

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

VM Truck Stop
Willow Grange Hotel

Restaurants in Estcourt

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wimpy

Train Stations in Estcourt

7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beacon Hill
Estcourt
Frere
Lowlands
New Formosa
Willbrook
Willowford

Gas Stations in Estcourt

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Engen
Engen
Sasol
Shell
Shell
Shell
Shell
TotalEnergies

Banks in Estcourt

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ithala Bank

Airports Near Estcourt

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ladysmith AirportLAYMedium Airport
Pietermaritzburg AirportPZBMedium Airport
Amphitheatre Lodge AirportSmall Airport
Baynesfield Estate AirportSmall Airport
BingelelaSmall Airport
Clan AirportSmall Airport
Drakensberg Gardens AirportSmall Airport
El Mirador AirportSmall Airport
Estcourt AirportSmall Airport
Glen Grey AirportSmall Airport
Glenside AirfieldSmall Airport
Greytown AirportSmall Airport
Himeville AirfieldSmall Airport
Howick AirportSmall Airport
Malefiloane AirstripSmall Airport
Nambiti AirfieldSmall Airport
New Hanover AirportSmall Airport
Siteka AirportSmall Airport
Treverton College AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,196 m (3,924 ft)
Founded
1848
Postal Code
3310

🇿🇦 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 Estcourt

What is the population of Estcourt?

Estcourt has a population of 26,444 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 910.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Estcourt?

Estcourt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.7 inches.

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