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Manguzi, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Manguzi is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 5,534. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

5,534 Population 4/sq mi density
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
32.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Manguzi

kwaNgwanase, also known as Kosi Bay Town, is a small town in Umkhanyakude District Municipality in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. It is located some 15 km south of the Mozambique–South Africa border, and is situated near Kosi Bay.

People

Population5,534
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Population5,534
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates-26.9910°, 32.7510°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation32.9 inches (835 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Manguzi

Manguzi is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 5,534. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Manguzi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 32.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above South Africa avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area1,378.7 sq mi (3,570.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-26.9910°N, 32.7510°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.9"
14% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.51"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.94"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2001 Unnamed Category 1 198 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in Warmest
February 78°F (25°C) 5.5 in Wettest
March 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in
April 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in
June 65°F (19°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
July 65°F (19°C) 1.1 in
August 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in
October 72°F (22°C) 2.4 in
November 74°F (23°C) 3.4 in
December 76°F (25°C) 3.0 in

Manguzi has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 65°F in June to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Manguzi

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Manguzi Primary School
Mashalaza High School
KwaMshudu Primary School
Mshudu Junior Secondary School
Vulakwenile Junior Secondary School
Libuyile Primary School
Hambisanani High School
Siholwa Junior Primary School
Thengani Primary School
Emasakeni Primary School
Enkathweni Primary School
Sikhethiwe Primary School
Thandizwe Primary School
Bambisanani Primary School
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Farmers Markets in Manguzi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado

Hotels in Manguzi

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kosi Forest Lodge
Palm Tree Lodge

Gas Stations in Manguzi

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Engen
TotalEnergies

Banks in Manguzi

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ABSA
Ithala Bank

Airports Near Manguzi

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mkuze AirportMZQMedium Airport
Ingwavuma AirportSmall Airport
Jozini AirportSmall Airport
Kosibaai AirportSmall Airport
Manzengwenya AirstripSmall Airport
Mbazwana AirportSmall Airport
Ponta do Ouro AirportPDDSmall Airport
Sodwana AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
61 m (200 ft)
Postal Code
3973

🇿🇦 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 Manguzi

What is the population of Manguzi?

Manguzi has a population of 5,534 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,378.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Manguzi?

Manguzi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.

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