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Melmoth, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Melmoth is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 9,362. Elevation: 2,444 ft (745 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Melmoth
Melmoth is a small town situated in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,362 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,444 ft (745 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.5866°, 31.3978° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.6 inches (981 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Melmoth
Melmoth is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 9,362. The city sits at an elevation of 2,444 feet (745 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,444 ft (745 m) |
| Area | 483.3 sq mi (1,251.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.5866°N, 31.3978°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
Melmoth has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 58°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.9").
Schools in Melmoth
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mthonjaneni Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Gas Stations in Melmoth
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Melmoth
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Melmoth
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Melmoth
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport | ULD | Medium Airport |
| Richards Bay Airport | RCB | Medium Airport |
| Amatikulu (Microlight) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Empangeni Airport | EMG | Small Airport |
| Eshowe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isithebe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nongoma 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 Melmoth?
Melmoth has a population of 9,362 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 483.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Melmoth?
Melmoth enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches.