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Sezela, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Sezela is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 1,441. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

1,441 Population 9/sq mi density
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
40.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Sezela

Sezela is a small town on the mouth of iSezela River in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The town is 78.7km south of Durban. It is notable for its large sugar mill.

People

Population1,441
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Population1,441
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates-30.4061°, 30.6809°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.2 inches (1,021 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sezela

Sezela is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 1,441. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Sezela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above South Africa avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area164.7 sq mi (426.7 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-30.4061°N, 30.6809°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.2"
6% above South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.88"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 6, 2016.

Jul 26, 1991 10 km NNW of Port Shepstone, South Africa M3.8 36 km
Jan 9, 1994 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa M3.7 104 km
Feb 6, 2016 South Africa M3.7 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 4.7 in
February 76°F (24°C) 4.8 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in Wettest
April 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
May 67°F (20°C) 2.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in Driest
July 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
September 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in
October 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in
November 71°F (21°C) 4.4 in
December 73°F (23°C) 4.7 in

Sezela has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Sezela

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pennington Primary School
Bongumbhele Senior Primary School
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Farmers Markets in Sezela

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ifafa Beach Market

Train Stations in Sezela

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sezela

Golf Courses in Sezela

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Umdoni Golf Club
Undoni Driving Range

Airports Near Sezela

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Margate AirportMGHMedium Airport
Virginia AirportVIRMedium Airport
Alverstone AirfieldSmall Airport
Baynesfield Estate AirportSmall Airport
Delta Golf AirstripSmall Airport
Hibberdene AirportSmall Airport
Scottburg AirportSmall Airport
Scottburgh AirfieldSmall Airport
The Grange AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
4215

🇿🇦 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 Sezela

What is the population of Sezela?

Sezela has a population of 1,441 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 164.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sezela?

Sezela 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 63°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches.

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