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Tongaat Beach, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Tongaat Beach is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 3,962. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
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About Tongaat Beach
La Mercy is a coastal suburb of the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, approximately 27 km (17 mi) north of Durban, South Africa. It is the location of Durban's King Shaka International Airport. It has four distinct areas - The airport precinct, the main residential area, a shanty town, and a beach-front strip of apartments along South Beach Road.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,962 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.6138°, 31.1528° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.5 inches (1,155 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tongaat Beach
Tongaat Beach is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 3,962. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Tongaat Beach
Tongaat Beach has an average annual temperature of 22.5°C (73°F). The hottest month is Feb (24.6°C), the coldest is Oct (20.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 211 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.3°F |
| 21% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 1,295.0 sq mi (3,353.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.6138°N, 31.1528°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.6 in |
Tongaat Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 59°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 38.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.9").
Schools in Tongaat Beach
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seatides Combined School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tongaat Beach
9 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 | |
| Underground Radio | underground | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Tongaat Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durban Holocaust & Genocide Centre | ||||
| Durban Holocaust & Genocide Centre | ||||
| Luthuli Museum | ||||
| Natal Maritime Museum | ||||
| Natal Maritime Museum | ||||
| Old Court House Museum | ||||
| Old Court House Museum | ||||
| Old House Museum | ||||
| Old House Museum | ||||
| Umkhumbane Museum | ||||
| Umkhumbane Museum |
Libraries in Tongaat Beach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B Block (Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Ballito Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ballito Public 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 | |||||
| Umhlali Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westville North Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tongaat Beach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Hours family market |
Restaurants in Tongaat Beach
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tongaat Beach
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Curries Fountain Sports |
Airports Near Tongaat Beach
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| King Shaka International Airport | DUR | Large Airport |
| Virginia Airport | VIR | Medium Airport |
| Alverstone Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Amatikulu (Microlight) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ballito Bay (Dolphin Coast) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eshowe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greytown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Isithebe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| New Hanover Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Scottburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Scottburgh Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Tongaat Beach
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Durban Eye & Laser Clinic | ||
| Red Hill Clinic | ||
| Usizo Lwethu Afrisun Clinic |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Tongaat Beach
What is the population of Tongaat Beach?
Tongaat Beach has a population of 3,962 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,295.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tongaat Beach?
Tongaat Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches.