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Margate, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Margate is a mid-size city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 34,407. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

34,407 Population 3,050/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
42.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Margate

Margate

Margate is a seaside town in the Thanet District of Kent, England. It is located on the north coast of Kent and covers an area of 2 miles long, 16 miles north-east of Canterbury and includes Cliftonville, Garlinge, Palm Bay and Westbrook. In 2011 it had a population of 61,223.

People

Population34,407
Density3,050/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Population34,407
Population Density3,050 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-30.8636°, 30.3705°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation42.4 inches (1,077 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Margate

Margate is a mid-size city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 34,407. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Margate

Margate has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1026 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 96.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 114.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 136.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 70.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 58.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 21.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 28.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 65.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 66.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 111.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 104.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 150.9
Margate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average69.7°F
29% above South Africa avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area11.3 sq mi (29.2 km²)
Population Density3,050/sq mi
Coordinates-30.8636°N, 30.3705°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
12% above South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.08"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 6, 2016.

Jul 26, 1991 10 km NNW of Port Shepstone, South Africa M3.8 24 km
Jan 9, 1994 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa M3.7 148 km
Feb 6, 2016 South Africa M3.7 150 km
Jan 27, 1994 52 km WSW of Kokstad, South Africa M3.4 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 4.4 in
February 75°F (24°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
March 74°F (23°C) 5.1 in
April 72°F (22°C) 2.8 in
May 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in Driest
July 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
October 68°F (20°C) 4.5 in
November 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
December 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in

Margate has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 65°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Margate

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Margate Academy
Margate Middle School
Margate Primary School
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Radio Stations near Margate

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Al Husnaa Quran Radio MP3

Libraries in Margate

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Port Edward Library0.0
Umtentweni Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Margate

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cash Crusaders
Umzumbe Farmers Market

Hotels in Margate

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Margate

Restaurants in Margate

15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

C-Bali
Harrison's
Just So
La Visa
Münchner Haus
Ocean Fish
Pavilion
Pick a Fish
Pizza Palace
RJ's
Seven Seas
Shelly's Curry House
The Waffle House
Wimpy
Wimpy

Cafes in Margate

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The waffle house
Tree Top Café

Dentists in Margate

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZA #5023419103

Veterinaries in Margate

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZA #5023419102

Bus Stations in Margate

8 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Margate Coach Manaba South Stop
Margate Coach Manaba Stop
Margate Coach Margate North Stop
Margate Coach Margate South Stop
Margate Coach St Mikes North Stop
Margate Coach St Mikes South Stop
Margate Coach Uvongo North Stop
Margate Mini Coach & Airport Services

Gas Stations in Margate

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Engen
Engen
Sasol
Shell
TotalEnergies
TotalEnergies

Banks in Margate

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ABSA
Capitec Bank

Shopping Malls in Margate

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shelly Centre

Golf Courses in Margate

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Margate Country Club

Airports Near Margate

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Margate AirportMGHMedium Airport
Bizana AirportSmall Airport
Delta Golf AirstripSmall Airport
Harding AirportSmall Airport
Hibberdene AirportSmall Airport
Magwa AirportSmall Airport
Mkambati AirportMBMSmall Airport
Scottburg AirportSmall Airport
Scottburgh AirfieldSmall Airport
The Grange AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Margate

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postnet

Churches & Religious Organizations in Margate

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Afrikaanse Protestante Kerk
Gates Of Praise
Margate Baptist Church
Margate Catholic Church
Margate Methodist Church
Margate Presbyterian Church
Margate Wesleyan Church
Mighty Rivers Church
Nederduitse Gereformeerde Kerk
New Life Ministries
Seasslopes Community Baptist Church
Shelly Beach Full Gospel Church
St Margarets Catholic Church
The Word Ministries

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
20 m (66 ft)
Area
29.2 km² (11.3 mi²)
Founded
1908
Postal Code
4275

🇿🇦 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 Margate

What is the population of Margate?

Margate has a population of 34,407 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3,050 people per square mile, spread across 11.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Margate?

Margate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches.

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