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Ingwavuma, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Ingwavuma is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 1,561. Elevation: 2,369 ft (722 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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About Ingwavuma
Ingwavuma is a town in the Umkhanyakude District Municipality of KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa. It is unclear where the name of the town came from; one theory is that it was named after the Ngwavuma River while another is that there was a leader called Vuma, the name then meaning "Vuma's place" in Zulu. Trees found on the river bank are also named Ngwavuma but it is unclear which entity was named after which. It is over 700 metres above sea level in the Lebombo Mountains and boasts several highly scenic spots. The town is three kilometres from the country's border with Eswatini and overlooks the plains of Maputaland to the East.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,561 |
| Population Density | 1,123 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,369 ft (722 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.1331°, 31.9971° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (647 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ingwavuma
Ingwavuma is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 1,561. The city sits at an elevation of 2,369 feet (722 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.1°F |
| 32% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,369 ft (722 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,123/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.1331°N, 31.9971°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 74°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 3.6 in |
Ingwavuma has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 63°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Ingwavuma
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyathini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ntabayengwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nqobizazi Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dinabanye Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Khethwayo Junior Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Isicelosethu High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpontshini Junior Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Khethani Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Ourlady Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbalekelwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nansindlela Combined School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Ingwavuma
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingwavuma Public Study Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Ingwavuma
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Ingwavuma
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ingwavuma
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ingwavuma
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ingwavuma
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ingwavuma
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ingwavuma
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Matsapha International Airport | MTS | Medium Airport |
| Mkuze Airport | MZQ | Medium Airport |
| Big Bend Sugar E Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingwavuma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jozini Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kubuta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lavumisa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matata Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbazwana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nsoko Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pongola Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siteki Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sodwana Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tambuti Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ubombo Ranches Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zulu Inyala Airport | PZL | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ingwavuma
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque Almadina | |
| Zonki'zizwe |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Ingwavuma?
Ingwavuma has a population of 1,561 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1,123 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ingwavuma?
Ingwavuma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches.