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Pinetown, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Pinetown is a large city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 144,026. Elevation: 1,060 ft (323 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pinetown
Pinetown is a city that forms part of the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, based just inland from Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The city is situated 16 km north-west of Durban and 64 km south-east of Pietermaritzburg.
People
Climate
| Population | 144,026 |
| Population Density | 4,330 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,060 ft (323 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.8207°, 30.8867° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.9 inches (1,013 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pinetown
Pinetown is a large city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 144,026. The city sits at an elevation of 1,060 feet (323 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Pinetown
Pinetown has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Feb (25°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 973 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,060 ft (323 m) |
| Area | 33.3 sq mi (86.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,330/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.8207°N, 30.8867°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in |
Pinetown has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 61°F in June to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.8").
Colleges & Universities in Pinetown
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| South African Jockey Academy | College | - | , |
Schools in Pinetown
51+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arena Park Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dawnridge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Greenvale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pinetown Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wingen Heights Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| M Padavatan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thornwood Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mariannridge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Woodhurst Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| School Sports Field | - | - | - | - |
| Forest View Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Asoka Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Avon Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Westville Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alencon Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ashley Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amanganga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Asiphephe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Astra Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bahlebonke Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Brooklyn Heights Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bazamile Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bhekokuhle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Botate Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bhongo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lyndhurst Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Westville Boys' High School | - | - | - | - |
| Westville Senior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kloof High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kloof Senior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kloof Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Marys DSG | - | - | - | - |
| New Germany Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pinetown Boys High | - | - | - | - |
| Benjamin Pine Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sarnia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pinetown Girls' High School | - | - | - | - |
| Pinetown Senior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thomas More College | - | - | - | - |
| Saturn Pre-Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malvern Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Westville Gilrs' High School | - | - | - | - |
| Pitlochry Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Queensburgh Girls' High School | - | - | - | - |
| Queensburgh High School | - | - | - | - |
| Parkside Primary School Natal | - | - | - | - |
| Atholl Heights Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gelofte School | - | - | - | - |
| St Benedict School | - | - | - | - |
| Deutsche Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Tshelimnyama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Pinetown
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gagasi FM | - | UNKNOWN | |
| East Coast Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| East Coast Gold | decades | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Al-Ansaar Radio | community, islam | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Ballito 88 FM - Radio Life & Style | 80s, 90s | UNKNOWN | |
| Cassette Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Megazone South | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Namaste | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kakarela FM | news talk music | MP3 | |
| Underground Radio | underground | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Pinetown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durban Holocaust & Genocide Centre | ||||
| Durban Holocaust & Genocide Centre | ||||
| Natal Maritime Museum | ||||
| Natal Maritime Museum | ||||
| Old Court House Museum | ||||
| Old Court House Museum | ||||
| Old House Museum | ||||
| Old House Museum | ||||
| Station Master's House | ||||
| Umkhumbane Museum | ||||
| Umkhumbane Museum |
Libraries in Pinetown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athlone Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| B Block (Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Durban North Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Durban North Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Firwood Lbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Firwood Lbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenashley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ted Maddams Media Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterfall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westville North Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pinetown
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Hours family market | |||||
| Shongweni Farmers and Craft Market |
Hotels in Pinetown
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Pinetown
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pinetown
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Pinetown
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pinetown
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Pinetown
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Pinetown
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Pinetown
22 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pinetown
61 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pinetown
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Pinetown
7 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Pinetown
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Pinetown
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Pinetown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robsons Brewery | ||||
| Robsons Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Pinetown
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Curries Fountain Sports |
Airports Near Pinetown
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| King Shaka International Airport | DUR | Large Airport |
| Pietermaritzburg Airport | PZB | Medium Airport |
| Virginia Airport | VIR | Medium Airport |
| Alverstone Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Amatikulu (Microlight) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ballito Bay (Dolphin Coast) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baynesfield Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Clan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Greytown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Howick Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isithebe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| New Hanover Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Scottburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Scottburgh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Siteka Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Pinetown
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chatsworth | |
| Gillits Post Office | |
| PostNet |
Treatment Centers in Pinetown
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Durban Eye & Laser Clinic | ||
| Red Hill Clinic | ||
| Usizo Lwethu Afrisun Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pinetown
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Convent | |
| Harinagar Hindu Dharma Sabha | |
| Highway Christian Community | |
| His Church | |
| House of Prayer | |
| Kloof Baptist Church | |
| Kloof Harvest Church | |
| Kloof Methodist Church | |
| Monastery Church | |
| NG Kerk | |
| Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church | |
| Reservoir Hills Hindu Seva Samaj Hall | |
| Riverside Church | |
| Shallcross Hindu sabha grounds | |
| Shallcross Hindu Sabha Shiv Mandir | |
| St Agnes Anglican Church | |
| St Joseph's Cathedral | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Westville Methodist Church |
Explore Near Pinetown
Quick Facts
Around Pinetown
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Pinetown
8 places within 15 km
- • Glacial striations
- • Mamba Valley glacial striations
- • Suncoast Beach
- • Steinbank Castle
- • Maliphonjwana
- • Ntombeni
- • The Old Tree House
- • Mini Town
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Pinetown
What is the population of Pinetown?
Pinetown has a population of 144,026 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4,330 people per square mile, spread across 33.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pinetown?
Pinetown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches.