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Southbroom, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Southbroom is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 1,934. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

1,934 Population 172/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Southbroom

Southbroom

Southbroom is a coastal village on the South Coast of the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa situated approximately halfway between Port Shepstone – 23 km (14 mi) and Port Edward – 18 km (11 mi).

People

Population1,934
Density172/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Population1,934
Population Density172 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates-30.9141°, 30.3270°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,072 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Southbroom

Southbroom is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 1,934. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Southbroom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above South Africa avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area11.3 sq mi (29.2 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates-30.9141°N, 30.3270°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.12"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 27, 1994.

Jul 26, 1991 10 km NNW of Port Shepstone, South Africa M3.8 31 km
Jan 27, 1994 52 km WSW of Kokstad, South Africa M3.4 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 4.6 in
February 74°F (23°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
March 73°F (23°C) 5.1 in
April 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in
May 67°F (20°C) 2.1 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
October 67°F (19°C) 4.5 in
November 69°F (21°C) 4.9 in
December 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in

Southbroom has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 64°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Southbroom

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gcilima Junior Secondary School
Bashise Primary School
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Radio Stations near Southbroom

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Al Husnaa Quran Radio MP3

Libraries in Southbroom

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Port Edward Library0.0
Umtentweni Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Southbroom

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cash Crusaders
Umzumbe Farmers Market

Hotels in Southbroom

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days At Sea Beach Lodge

Restaurants in Southbroom

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa Toscana
Fisherman's Net
Riptide Restaurant
Rock Heaven
Trattoria La Terrazza

Cafes in Southbroom

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café LM
San Lameer Beach Cafe

Zoos in Southbroom

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Riverbend Crocodile Farm

Dentists in Southbroom

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Southbroom Dental

Gas Stations in Southbroom

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Grasmere
ZA #4577335007

Golf Courses in Southbroom

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Lameer Country Club
Southbroom Golf Club
Southbroom Golf Club

Airports Near Southbroom

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Margate AirportMGHMedium Airport
Bizana AirportSmall Airport
Delta Golf AirstripSmall Airport
Harding AirportSmall Airport
Hibberdene AirportSmall Airport
Magwa AirportSmall Airport
Mkambati AirportMBMSmall Airport
Scottburg AirportSmall Airport
Scottburgh AirfieldSmall Airport
The Grange AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Southbroom

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Simons

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
4277

🇿🇦 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 Southbroom

What is the population of Southbroom?

Southbroom has a population of 1,934 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 172 people per square mile, spread across 11.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Southbroom?

Southbroom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.

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