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Waterval, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Waterval is a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 1,674. Elevation: 3,953 ft (1,205 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,674 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,953 ft (1,205 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.7833°, 30.2667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.3 inches (795 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Waterval
Waterval is a small town in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 1,674. The city sits at an elevation of 3,953 feet (1,205 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,953 ft (1,205 m) |
| Area | 1,638.6 sq mi (4,244.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.7833°N, 30.2667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 71°F (21°C) | 5.0 in |
Waterval has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 53°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Waterval
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zibambeleni Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cacamezela Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Impala Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Greenock Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sosinda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Muzokhanyayo High School | - | - | - | - |
| Thathunyawo High School | - | - | - | - |
| Sgodiphola Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buhlebomzinyathi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Enkululekweni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thiyasizwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Phambili J.P School | - | - | - | - |
| Indoni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Zithuthukise Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sisonke Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Blackbank Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Stadiums & Teams in Waterval
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Waterval
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport | NCS | Medium Airport |
| Battlefields Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dundee Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Durnacol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Majuba Power Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nambiti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Utrecht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Volksrust Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vryheid Airport | VYD | Small Airport |
| Wakkerstroom Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
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What is the population of Waterval?
Waterval has a population of 1,674 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,638.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Waterval?
Waterval 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 53°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches.