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Nkandla, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Nkandla is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 4,261. Elevation: 3,648 ft (1,112 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Nkandla
Nkandla is a town in the uThungulu district of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is the seat of the Nkandla Local Municipality, and the district in which the residence of the former President of South Africa, Jacob Zuma, is located. The residence is located 40 kilometres to the south of the town of Nkandla, beyond the Nkandla Forest and on the road to Kranskop.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,261 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,648 ft (1,112 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.6207°, 31.0907° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.3 inches (870 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nkandla
Nkandla is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 4,261. The city sits at an elevation of 3,648 feet (1,112 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,648 ft (1,112 m) |
| Area | 1,010.2 sq mi (2,616.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.6207°N, 31.0907°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
Nkandla has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 55°F in June to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Nkandla
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Umfolozi College | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Nkandla
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathiya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nkungumathe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sibusisile Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nqundu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kwamtshwili Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sigananda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ithala Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Manzamnyama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Senzakahle Junoir School | — | — | — | — |
| Umzikazi Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Amaphuthu High School | — | — | — | — |
| Nkandla High School | — | — | — | — |
Gas Stations in Nkandla
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nkandla
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nkandla
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport | ULD | Medium Airport |
| Amatikulu (Microlight) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eshowe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greytown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Isithebe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| New Hanover Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nongoma Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Nkandla?
Nkandla has a population of 4,261 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,010.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nkandla?
Nkandla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches.