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Mtubatuba, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Mtubatuba is a mid-size city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 33,182. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

33,182 Population 44/sq mi density
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
46.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Mtubatuba

Mtubatuba is a town north of Richards Bay close to the entrance of Ncivi and the iSimangaliso Wetland Park but now the iSimangaliso Wetland Park is known to be under Mtuba town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

People

Population33,182
Density44/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Population33,182
Population Density44 / sq mi
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates-28.4179°, 32.1848°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation46.9 inches (1,191 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mtubatuba

Mtubatuba is a mid-size city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 33,182. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet (66 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Mtubatuba

Mtubatuba 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 1275 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 137.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 163.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 132.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 114.4
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 104.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 60.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 71.6
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 56.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 53.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 121.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 172.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 87.1
Mtubatuba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average71.4°F
32% above South Africa avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area762.1 sq mi (1,973.9 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates-28.4179°N, 32.1848°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.9"
23% above South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.06"
Driest Month (Jun) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jun 24, 2006 133 km SE of Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa M4.4 148 km
Jun 16, 2015 19 km ESE of Sundumbili, South Africa M4.3 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 6.1 in Wettest
February 78°F (25°C) 5.7 in Warmest
March 76°F (25°C) 5.0 in
April 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
May 69°F (20°C) 3.8 in
June 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in Coldest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.3 in
September 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in
December 76°F (24°C) 3.9 in

Mtubatuba has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 64°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Mtubatuba

18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Welani Primary School - - - -
Hill 70 Primary School - - - -
Zitike Primary School - - - -
Umfolozi High School - - - -
Nqiwaneni Primary School - - - -
Mnotho Primary School - - - -
Ikusasalethu High School - - - -
Uphaphazi Primary School - - - -
Siyathuthuka Primary School - - - -
Fidem Educare - - - -
Ebaswazini Primary School - - - -
Mcebo Primary School - - - -
Siyaphambili Secondary School - - - -
Nkodibe Secondary School - - - -
Mtubatuba Primary School - - - -
Kingdom Christian College - - - -
Umfolozi Primary School - - - -
Mtuba Christian Academy - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mtubatuba

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Mtubatuba

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mtubatuba Community Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Mtubatuba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Siyazama St. Lucia Market Primary Cooperative

Hotels in Mtubatuba

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Paradiso
Protea Hotel Umfolozi River

Restaurants in Mtubatuba

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Emanzini
Nando's
Nevada Spur
Pedros
Rivermill Restaurant
Roots Grill
Wimpy

Cafes in Mtubatuba

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Feast Bistro

Clinics in Mtubatuba

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KwaMsane Clinic
Mtubatuba Clinic
Mtubatuba Clinic
Somkhele Clinic

Dentists in Mtubatuba

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZA #12569137511
Zululand Dental Care

Train Stations in Mtubatuba

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Haig
Mtubatuba

Bus Stations in Mtubatuba

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZA #9699982117

Gas Stations in Mtubatuba

7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Astron Energy
BP
Engen
Nguni
Shiptech
TotalEnergies
ZA #12590487626

Banks in Mtubatuba

9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ABSA
African Bank
Capitec Bank
Capitec Bank
Finbond Mutual Bank
FNB
Ithala
Nedbank
Standard Bank

Shopping Malls in Mtubatuba

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mtuba Mall

Gyms in Mtubatuba

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZA #11404983553

Airports Near Mtubatuba

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Richards Bay AirportRCBMedium Airport
Amatikulu (Microlight) Airport-Small Airport
Empangeni AirportEMGSmall Airport
Eshowe Airport-Small Airport
Hluhluwe AirportHLWSmall Airport
Mubatuba AirportDUKSmall Airport
Nongoma Airport-Small Airport
Ornate Lake - St Lucia Airport-Small Airport
Riverview Airport-Small Airport
St Lucia Estuary-Small Airport
Zulu Inyala AirportPZLSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mtubatuba

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
PostNet

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mtubatuba

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Grace Community Church
KwaMsane Lutheran Church
Lighthouse Christian Full Gospel Church
Methodist Church
Mtubatuba Masjid
N G Kerk Mtubatuba
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church
St. Gabriel's
The Old Apostolic Church of Africa Mtubatuba Community

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
67 m (220 ft)
Founded
1903
Postal Code
3935

🇿🇦 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 Mtubatuba

What is the population of Mtubatuba?

Mtubatuba has a population of 33,182 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 762.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mtubatuba?

Mtubatuba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches.

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