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Weenen, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Weenen is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 8,183. Elevation: 2,818 ft (859 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,183 Population 9/sq mi density
2,818 ft Elevation 859 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
29.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Weenen

Weenen is the second oldest European settlement in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, after Durban. It is situated on the banks of the Bushman River. The farms around the town grow vegetables, lucerne, groundnuts, and citrus fruit.

People

Population8,183
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation2,818 ft (859 m)
Population8,183
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation2,818 ft (859 m)
Coordinates-28.8492°, 30.0772°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation29.7 inches (755 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Weenen

Weenen is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 8,183. The city sits at an elevation of 2,818 feet (859 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 29.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Weenen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 29.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,818 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 53°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above South Africa avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,818 ft (859 m)
Area910.9 sq mi (2,359.1 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-28.8492°N, 30.0772°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.7"
22% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.16"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 6, 2016.

Jan 9, 1994 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa M3.7 79 km
Feb 6, 2016 South Africa M3.7 101 km
Oct 11, 1993 45 km ESE of Ekuvukeni, South Africa M3.3 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 4.4 in
March 69°F (21°C) 3.6 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 0.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
July 53°F (11°C) 0.4 in
August 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
December 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in

Weenen has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 52°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Weenen

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cecilia Primary School - - - -
Horseshoe Primary School - - - -
Weenen Primary School - - - -
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Museums in Weenen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT DURNFORD MUSEUM
Weenen Museum

Clinics in Weenen

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Haviland Clinic

Train Stations in Weenen

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Weenen

Gas Stations in Weenen

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Puma
Puma

Airports Near Weenen

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ladysmith AirportLAYMedium Airport
Battlefields Airport-Small Airport
Bingelela-Small Airport
Clan Airport-Small Airport
Dundee Airport-Small Airport
El Mirador Airport-Small Airport
Estcourt Airport-Small Airport
Glen Grey Airport-Small Airport
Glenside Airfield-Small Airport
Greytown Airport-Small Airport
Howick Airport-Small Airport
Nambiti Airfield-Small Airport
New Hanover Airport-Small Airport
Siteka Airport-Small Airport
Treverton College Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Weenen

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Weenen NG Kerk

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Founded
1839
Postal Code
3325

🇿🇦 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 Weenen

What is the population of Weenen?

Weenen has a population of 8,183 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 910.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Weenen?

Weenen 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 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.7 inches.

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