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Mondlo, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Mondlo is a mid-size city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 53,892. Elevation: 3,789 ft (1,155 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

53,892 Population 29/sq mi density
3,789 ft Elevation 1,155 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
33.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Mondlo

Mondlo is a township in Zululand District Municipality in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa.

People

Population53,892
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation3,789 ft (1,155 m)
Population53,892
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation3,789 ft (1,155 m)
Coordinates-27.9830°, 30.7177°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (839 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mondlo

Mondlo is a mid-size city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 53,892. The city sits at an elevation of 3,789 feet (1,155 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Mondlo

Mondlo 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 886 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 177.1
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 108.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 86.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 51.7
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 25.5
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 9.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 26.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 89.3
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 105.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 135.8
Mondlo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 53°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 33.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,789 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above South Africa avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,789 ft (1,155 m)
Area1,856.0 sq mi (4,807.0 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates-27.9830°N, 30.7177°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.0"
13% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.55"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on May 27, 2012.

May 27, 2012 14 km S of Piet Retief, South Africa M4.4 94 km
Oct 11, 1993 45 km ESE of Ekuvukeni, South Africa M3.3 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 5.5 in
February 69°F (20°C) 4.6 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in
June 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in Driest
August 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in
September 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
November 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in
December 69°F (20°C) 5.6 in Wettest

Mondlo has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 53°F in June to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Mondlo

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Phucuka Primary School - - - -
Ikhethelo High School - - - -
Sikhiye Senior Secondary School - - - -
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Museums in Mondlo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bloedrivier laager
Lucas Meyer House
Ncome Zulu Museum
Vryheid Museum

Libraries in Mondlo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bhekhuzulu Library0.0
Emondlo Library0.0
Vryheid Library0.0

Clinics in Mondlo

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bhekumnthetu Clinic
Bhekumthetu Clinic
ZA #990532830

Train Stations in Mondlo

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bloedrivier

Airports Near Mondlo

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNCSMedium Airport
Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi AirportULDMedium Airport
Battlefields Airport-Small Airport
Dundee Airport-Small Airport
Durnacol Airport-Small Airport
Itala Airport-Small Airport
Nambiti Airfield-Small Airport
Utrecht Airport-Small Airport
Vryheid AirportVYDSmall Airport
Wakkerstroom Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,155 m (3,790 ft)

Things to See Near Mondlo

2 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (2)
  • • Haladu
  • • Nceceni

🇿🇦 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 Mondlo

What is the population of Mondlo?

Mondlo has a population of 53,892 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 1,856.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mondlo?

Mondlo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches.

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