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Newcastle, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Newcastle is a large city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 404,838. Elevation: 3,921 ft (1,195 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Newcastle
Newcastle is the third-largest city in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa and is the province's industrial centre. The city has four industrial areas. The majority of its citizens reside in Newcastle East in the main townships of Madadeni and Osizweni, with the balance residing in Newcastle West. Set at the foothills of the northern KwaZulu-Natal Drakensberg Mountains, Newcastle is located in the northwest corner of the province along the Ncandu River.
People
Climate
| Population | 404,838 |
| Population Density | 13,836 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,921 ft (1,195 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.7580°, 29.9318° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.4 inches (772 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Newcastle
Newcastle is a large city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 404,838. The city sits at an elevation of 3,921 feet (1,195 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Newcastle
Newcastle has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 687 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,921 ft (1,195 m) |
| Area | 29.3 sq mi (75.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 13,836/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.7580°N, 29.9318°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 53°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in |
Newcastle has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Newcastle
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Majuba College - NewTEK | College | - | , |
| Majuba College - Training Centre | College | - | , |
Schools in Newcastle
64+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vumelani Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aletheia Christian College | - | - | - | - |
| Majuba College - NewTEK | - | - | - | - |
| Tugela High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tugella High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tugela High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ferrum High School | - | - | - | - |
| Amajuba High School | - | - | - | - |
| Panorama Combined School | - | - | - | - |
| Newcastle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Dominics Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Arbor Park Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hutten Park Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hope High School | - | - | - | - |
| Vukani Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbalenhle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amadada High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ikhwezi High School | - | - | - | - |
| Duck Ponds High School | - | - | - | - |
| Vs Zulu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Qhawelesizwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ziphakamiseni High School | - | - | - | - |
| Chelmsford Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Newcastle High School | - | - | - | - |
| Zuza Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Islamic College Newcastle | - | - | - | - |
| Lincoln Heights Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Siyamukela High School | - | - | - | - |
| Khaselihle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sipheni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Drakensberg Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aletheia Christian College | - | - | - | - |
| Vukani Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Zabalaza Combined School | - | - | - | - |
| Sekusile Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Khulakahle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tugela High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tugella High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tugela High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ferrum High School | - | - | - | - |
| Amajuba High School | - | - | - | - |
| Panorama Combined School | - | - | - | - |
| Newcastle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Dominics Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Arbor Park Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hutten Park Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bethamoya High School | - | - | - | - |
| Hope High School | - | - | - | - |
| Majuba College - NewTEK | - | - | - | - |
| Mbalenhle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Vumelani Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ikhwezi High School | - | - | - | - |
| Duck Ponds High School | - | - | - | - |
| Vs Zulu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chelmsford Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Newcastle High School | - | - | - | - |
| Zuza Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Phikelela Senior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Islamic College Newcastle | - | - | - | - |
| Lincoln Heights Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Siyamukela High School | - | - | - | - |
| Khaselihle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sipheni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Drakensberg Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Newcastle
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Newcastle
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Amiel |
Libraries in Newcastle
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairleigh | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcastle Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcastle Main Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Newcastle
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Newcastle
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Newcastle
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Newcastle
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Newcastle
21 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Newcastle
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Newcastle
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Newcastle
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Newcastle
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport | NCS | Medium Airport |
| Amersfoort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Battlefields Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dundee Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Durnacol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Majuba Power Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nambiti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Utrecht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Volksrust Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wakkerstroom Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Newcastle
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PostNet | |
| PostNet |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Newcastle
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bergsig | |
| Bergsig | |
| Die Kruin - Church | |
| Die Kruin - Church | |
| Drakensberg Vallei | |
| Drakensberg Vallei | |
| Moeder Gemeente - Newcastle | |
| Moeder Gemeente - Newcastle |
Quick Facts
Around Newcastle
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Newcastle
What is the population of Newcastle?
Newcastle has a population of 404,838 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 13,836 people per square mile, spread across 29.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Newcastle?
Newcastle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches.