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Mahlabatini, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Mahlabatini is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 1,810. Elevation: 2,139 ft (652 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

1,810 Population 456/sq mi density
2,139 ft Elevation 652 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Mahlabatini

Mahlabatini is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It was established in 1898 by the British.

People

Population1,810
Density456/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation2,139 ft (652 m)
Population1,810
Population Density456 / sq mi
Elevation2,139 ft (652 m)
Coordinates-28.2586°, 31.4405°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (895 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mahlabatini

Mahlabatini is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 1,810. The city sits at an elevation of 2,139 feet (652 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Mahlabatini enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,139 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above South Africa avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,139 ft (652 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density456/sq mi
Coordinates-28.2586°N, 31.4405°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
7% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 16, 2015.

May 27, 2012 14 km S of Piet Retief, South Africa M4.4 139 km
Jun 16, 2015 19 km ESE of Sundumbili, South Africa M4.3 102 km
Oct 11, 1993 45 km ESE of Ekuvukeni, South Africa M3.3 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.2 in Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in
April 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in Coldest
July 60°F (15°C) 0.8 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in
September 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
October 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
December 71°F (21°C) 4.8 in

Mahlabatini has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 59°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Mahlabatini

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bhekifa High School
Maliyamakhanda Primary School
Vukuza High School
Zondela Public Primary School
Nqunqa Primary School
Ewela Public Primary School
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Clinics in Mahlabatini

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nhlungwana Clinic
Wela Clinic

Train Stations in Mahlabatini

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Mahlabatini

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Airports Near Mahlabatini

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mkuze AirportMZQMedium Airport
Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi AirportULDMedium Airport
Richards Bay AirportRCBMedium Airport
Empangeni AirportEMGSmall Airport
Eshowe AirportSmall Airport
Nongoma AirportSmall Airport
Riverview AirportSmall Airport
Vryheid AirportVYDSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
3865

🇿🇦 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 Mahlabatini

What is the population of Mahlabatini?

Mahlabatini has a population of 1,810 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 456 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mahlabatini?

Mahlabatini enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches.

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