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Wasbank, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Wasbank is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 1,585. Elevation: 3,510 ft (1,070 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wasbank
Wasbank is a town in Umzinyathi District Municipality in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,585 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,510 ft (1,070 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.3131°, 30.1065° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.1 inches (789 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wasbank
Wasbank is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 1,585. The city sits at an elevation of 3,510 feet (1,070 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,510 ft (1,070 m) |
| Area | 841.6 sq mi (2,179.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.3131°N, 30.1065°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 4.7 in |
Wasbank has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 52°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Wasbank
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bergvliet Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Wasbank
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talana Museum |
Libraries in Wasbank
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dundee Library | 0.0 |
Train Stations in Wasbank
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wasbank
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ladysmith Airport | LAY | Medium Airport |
| Newcastle Airport | NCS | Medium Airport |
| Battlefields Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dundee Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Durnacol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Mirador Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estcourt Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glen Grey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glenside Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nambiti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Utrecht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vryheid Airport | VYD | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Wasbank?
Wasbank has a population of 1,585 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 841.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wasbank?
Wasbank enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches.