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Kranskop, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Kranskop is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 1,813. Elevation: 3,688 ft (1,124 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kranskop
Kranskop is a small town that is situated on the edge of the Thukela River valley in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It was founded in 1894 as village called Hopetown but following confusion with another town of the same name in the Great Karoo, Northern Cape, the name was changed. Kranskop was chosen and is named after two cliff faces that rise 1,175 metres above the Thukela Valley near the town. The name is an Afrikaans word meaning "cliff head."
People
Climate
| Population | 1,813 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,688 ft (1,124 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.9667°, 30.8667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.9 inches (860 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kranskop
Kranskop is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 1,813. The city sits at an elevation of 3,688 feet (1,124 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,688 ft (1,124 m) |
| Area | 1,079.9 sq mi (2,796.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.9667°N, 30.8667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
Kranskop has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 56°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Kranskop
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boscombe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Potspruit Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngcolosi High School | - | - | - | - |
| Hermannsburg School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Kranskop
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermannsburg Missionary Museum |
Train Stations in Kranskop
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kranskop
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kranskop
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kranskop
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| King Shaka International Airport | DUR | Large Airport |
| Pietermaritzburg Airport | PZB | Medium Airport |
| Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport | ULD | Medium Airport |
| Amatikulu (Microlight) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ballito Bay (Dolphin Coast) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Clan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Eshowe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Greytown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Howick Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isithebe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| New Hanover Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siteka Airport | - | Small Airport |
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 Kranskop?
Kranskop has a population of 1,813 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,079.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kranskop?
Kranskop enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.