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Folweni, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Folweni is a mid-size city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 36,425. Elevation: 1,043 ft (318 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Folweni
Folweni is a small middle income town located south of Durban in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,425 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,043 ft (318 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.9957°, 30.8072° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.9 inches (1,013 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Folweni
Folweni is a mid-size city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 36,425. The city sits at an elevation of 1,043 feet (318 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Folweni
Folweni 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 | 70.3°F |
| 30% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,043 ft (318 m) |
| Area | 1,295.0 sq mi (3,353.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.9957°N, 30.8072°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 4.9 in |
Folweni has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 59°F in June to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.8").
Schools in Folweni
52+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belvedere Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kamalinee Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Strelitzia Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Orient Hill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Windy Heights Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kingsburgh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ulovu High School | - | - | - | - |
| Warner Beach Preparatory School (Junior Campus) | - | - | - | - |
| Warner Beach Preparatory (Senior Campus) | - | - | - | - |
| Warner Beach Preparatory (Senior Campus) | - | - | - | - |
| Adams Senior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Andrew Zondo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Adams College | - | - | - | - |
| Igagasi High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bhekulwandle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bangubukhosi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bavumile Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buyani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bhekithemba Combined Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sithandiwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bashokuhle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwamathanda High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bridgeman Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Beacon Ridge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Seven Hills Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Brindhavan Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Umbelebele Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amanzimtoti High School | - | - | - | - |
| Doon Heights Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amanzimtoti Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kingsway High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kuswag School | - | - | - | - |
| Athlone Park Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwamakhutha High School | - | - | - | - |
| Umbogintwini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Umlazi Comtech High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ays Memorial Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Meadowlands Technical High School. | - | - | - | - |
| King Shaka High School | - | - | - | - |
| Intinyane Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Isipingo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Zwelesithembiso Senior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Makhumbuza High School | - | - | - | - |
| Imisebe Combine Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lindelani Senior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Inkongozelo Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Embizweni Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sukuma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mziwamandla High School | - | - | - | - |
| Khuthala Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Menzi High School | - | - | - | - |
| Badelile Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Folweni
11 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 | |
| Ballito 88 FM - Radio Life & Style | 80s, 90s | UNKNOWN | |
| 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 Folweni
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durban Holocaust & Genocide Centre | ||||
| Durban Holocaust & Genocide Centre | ||||
| Natal Maritime Museum | ||||
| Natal Maritime Museum | ||||
| Old Court House Museum | ||||
| Old Court House Museum | ||||
| Old House Museum | ||||
| Old House Museum | ||||
| Umkhumbane Museum | ||||
| Umkhumbane Museum |
Libraries in Folweni
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athlone Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| B Block (Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Durban North Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Durban North Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Firwood Lbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Firwood Lbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenashley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingsburgh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ted Maddams Media Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterfall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westville North Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Folweni
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Hours family market | |||||
| Shongweni Farmers and Craft Market |
Restaurants in Folweni
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Folweni
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Folweni
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Folweni
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Folweni
11 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Folweni
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Folweni
27 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Folweni
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Folweni
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Folweni
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Folweni
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robsons Brewery | ||||
| Robsons Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Folweni
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Curries Fountain Sports |
Airports Near Folweni
13 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 |
| Hibberdene Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Howick Airport | - | Small Airport |
| New Hanover Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Scottburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Scottburgh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Siteka Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Folweni
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Amanzimtoti Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Folweni
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Durban Eye & Laser Clinic | ||
| Red Hill Clinic | ||
| Usizo Lwethu Afrisun Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Folweni
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG KERK SUIDKUS |
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What is the population of Folweni?
Folweni has a population of 36,425 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 1,295.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Folweni?
Folweni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches.