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Pongola, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Pongola is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 1,680. Elevation: 1,001 ft (305 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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About Pongola
Pongola is a town on the north bank of the uPhongolo River, in a fertile valley on the N2, near the Lubombo Mountains, in the valleys of Zululand, easily accessible to the Swaziland border posts. It was part of the Transvaal panhandle between the Phongolo (Natal) and Swaziland until 1994, when it was transferred to KwaZulu-Natal.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,680 |
| Population Density | 1,209 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,001 ft (305 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.3781°, 31.6190° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.5 inches (698 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pongola
Pongola is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 1,680. The city sits at an elevation of 1,001 feet (305 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.2°F |
| 28% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,001 ft (305 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,209/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.3781°N, 31.6190°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in |
Pongola has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 61°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Pongola
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pongola Akademie | — | — | — | — |
| Sebenzakanzima Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pongola Intermediate School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Pongola
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Pongola
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pongola
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pongola
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Pongola
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pongola
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mkuze Airport | MZQ | Medium Airport |
| Big Bend Sugar E Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hluhluwe Airport | HLW | Small Airport |
| Ingwavuma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Itala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jozini Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kubuta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lavumisa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matata Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nhlangano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nongoma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nsoko Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pongola Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tambuti Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ubombo Ranches Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zulu Inyala Airport | PZL | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Pongola?
Pongola has a population of 1,680 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1,209 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pongola?
Pongola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches.