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Ga-Malakhe, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Ga-Malakhe is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 16,891. Elevation: 682 ft (208 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

16,891 Population 25/sq mi density
682 ft Elevation 208 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
42.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Ga-Malakhe

Ga-Malakhe

Uvongo is a seaside resort town situated at the mouth of the Vungu River along the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Situated 4 kilometres north of Margate, Uvongo is the largest upmarket residential area on the Lower South Coast.

People

Population16,891
Density25/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Population16,891
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Coordinates-30.8063°, 30.3348°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation42.5 inches (1,080 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ga-Malakhe

Ga-Malakhe is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 16,891. The city sits at an elevation of 682 feet (208 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Ga-Malakhe

Ga-Malakhe 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 1026 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 96.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 114.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 136.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 70.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 58.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 21.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 28.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 65.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 66.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 111.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 104.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 150.9
Ga-Malakhe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 682 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above South Africa avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area677.3 sq mi (1,754.1 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates-30.8063°N, 30.3348°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.5"
12% above South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.12"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 6, 2016.

Jul 26, 1991 10 km NNW of Port Shepstone, South Africa M3.8 20 km
Jan 9, 1994 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa M3.7 141 km
Feb 6, 2016 South Africa M3.7 145 km
Jan 27, 1994 52 km WSW of Kokstad, South Africa M3.4 133 km
Aug 21, 1990 27 km ESE of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M3.1 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 4.6 in
February 75°F (24°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
March 74°F (23°C) 5.1 in
April 71°F (22°C) 2.7 in
May 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
October 68°F (20°C) 4.5 in
November 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
December 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in

Ga-Malakhe has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 64°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Ga-Malakhe

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kwaluhlaza Primary School
Madakane Primary School
Mcushwa High School
Sithanduxolo Junior Secondary School
Dingeton Primary School
Dubuleka Primary School
Izotsha Primary School
Murchison Combined Primary School
Nkonka High School
Buhlebezwe Senior Primary School
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Radio Stations near Ga-Malakhe

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Al Husnaa Quran Radio MP3

Libraries in Ga-Malakhe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Port Edward Library0.0
Umtentweni Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ga-Malakhe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cash Crusaders
Umzumbe Farmers Market

Hotels in Ga-Malakhe

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

(Oribi Gorge Hotel - closed) The Farmers lodge

Restaurants in Ga-Malakhe

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marcello's
Ocean Basket
RJ's
Wimpy

Cafes in Ga-Malakhe

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mugg & Bean
Tea @ Bay Tree

Clinics in Ga-Malakhe

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gamalakhe Health Center
ZA #1285028520
ZA #1285028521

Veterinaries in Ga-Malakhe

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZA #2600233434

Train Stations in Ga-Malakhe

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Izotsha
Paddock
Renken

Gas Stations in Ga-Malakhe

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Engen
Shell
TotalEnergies

Banks in Ga-Malakhe

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ABSA
Nedbank

Shopping Malls in Ga-Malakhe

3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gamalakhe Lifestyle Center
Shelly Boulevard
South Coast Mall

Airports Near Ga-Malakhe

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Margate AirportMGHMedium Airport
Bizana AirportSmall Airport
Delta Golf AirstripSmall Airport
Harding AirportSmall Airport
Hibberdene AirportSmall Airport
Magwa AirportSmall Airport
Mkambati AirportMBMSmall Airport
Scottburg AirportSmall Airport
Scottburgh AirfieldSmall Airport
The Grange AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ga-Malakhe

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
South Coast Mall Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ga-Malakhe

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AGS Church Shelly Beach
Bethanien Evangelical Lutheran Church
Gamalakhe Methodist Church
Pringle Memorial Church
Saint John's Lutheran Church

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
4270

🇿🇦 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 Ga-Malakhe

What is the population of Ga-Malakhe?

Ga-Malakhe has a population of 16,891 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 677.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ga-Malakhe?

Ga-Malakhe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches.

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