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Tugela Ferry, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Tugela Ferry is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 0. Elevation: 1,834 ft (559 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tugela Ferry
Tugela Ferry is a town on the northern bank of the Tugela River, in central KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. During the apartheid era it formed part of the KwaZulu homeland, and at present it is included in the Umzinyathi District Municipality. The town's name commemorates the ferry which once operated here before a steel bridge was constructed.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,834 ft (559 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.7465°, 30.4513° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.3 inches (896 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tugela Ferry
Tugela Ferry is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 1,834 feet (559 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,834 ft (559 m) |
| Area | 1,079.9 sq mi (2,796.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.7465°N, 30.4513°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 4.7 in |
Tugela Ferry has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Tugela Ferry
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emtateni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bathembu High School | — | — | — | — |
| Barnhill Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bhekabantu Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ndabankulu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sakhiseni High School | — | — | — | — |
| Jojingwenya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mnjani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mhlakothi High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mfunzi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Themane Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ezibomvini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bethulo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mzomusha Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ulwazi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buhlalu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Khulani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Tugela Ferry
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tugela Ferry
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tugela Ferry
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tugela Ferry
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ladysmith Airport | LAY | Medium Airport |
| Ballito Bay (Dolphin Coast) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Battlefields Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dundee Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Durnacol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estcourt Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greytown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nambiti Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| New Hanover Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siteka Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Treverton College Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
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What is the weather like in Tugela Ferry?
Tugela Ferry enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.3 inches.