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Greytown, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Greytown is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 23,139. Elevation: 3,445 ft (1,050 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Greytown
Greytown is a town situated on the banks of a tributary of the uMvoti River in a richly fertile timber-producing area of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,139 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,445 ft (1,050 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.0642°, 30.5928° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.4 inches (873 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Greytown
Greytown is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 23,139. The city sits at an elevation of 3,445 feet (1,050 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Greytown
Greytown has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.6°C), the coldest is Jul (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1021 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,445 ft (1,050 m) |
| Area | 1,079.9 sq mi (2,796.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.0642°N, 30.5928°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 5.1 in |
Greytown has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 51°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Greytown
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greytown Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Greytown Musline Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Greytown High School | - | - | - | - |
| Greytown Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ithembani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Greytown Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Greytown High Girls' Hostel | - | - | - | - |
| Greytown High School Boys' Hostel | - | - | - | - |
| Wembley College | - | - | - | - |
| Buhlebuyeza Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Greytown
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Greytown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermannsburg Missionary Museum |
Libraries in Greytown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greytown library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Greytown
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Greytown
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Greytown
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Greytown
9 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Greytown
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Greytown
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Greytown
14 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 |
| Estcourt Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Greytown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Howick Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nambiti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| New Hanover Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siteka Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Treverton College Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Greytown
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Greytown Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Greytown
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Church | |
| Shalom Ministries | |
| St Theodorec's Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Greytown
What is the population of Greytown?
Greytown has a population of 23,139 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 1,079.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Greytown?
Greytown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.4 inches.