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Wembesi, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Wembesi is a mid-size city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 33,849. Elevation: 4,114 ft (1,254 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

33,849 Population 37/sq mi density
4,114 ft Elevation 1,254 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
35.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Wembesi

Wembesi

Wembezi is a township at Estcourt in the Uthukela District Municipality in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa.

People

Population33,849
Density37/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation4,114 ft (1,254 m)
Population33,849
Population Density37 / sq mi
Elevation4,114 ft (1,254 m)
Coordinates-29.0491°, 29.7823°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation35.1 inches (892 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Wembesi

Wembesi is a mid-size city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 33,849. The city sits at an elevation of 4,114 feet (1,254 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Wembesi

Wembesi has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.8°C), the coldest is Jul (10.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1071 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.8°C / 69°F 9.7° / 33.8° 184.4
Feb 20.3°C / 69°F 10.3° / 32.6° 158.0
Mar 19.5°C / 67°F 9.8° / 31.7° 108.2
Apr 16.1°C / 61°F 5.9° / 28.9° 92.4
May 13.9°C / 57°F 3.1° / 26.3° 29.4
Jun 10.6°C / 51°F 0.2° / 24.1° 11.7
Jul 10.3°C / 51°F -2.4° / 25.4° 8.1
Aug 13.1°C / 55°F 0.4° / 29° 19.2
Sep 16.4°C / 62°F 3.2° / 33.6° 54.4
Oct 18.3°C / 65°F 5° / 36.3° 95.8
Nov 19.9°C / 68°F 7.7° / 36.4° 114.2
Dec 20.7°C / 69°F 9° / 35.1° 195.2
Wembesi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 35.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,114 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above South Africa avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,114 ft (1,254 m)
Area910.9 sq mi (2,359.1 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates-29.0491°N, 29.7823°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.1"
8% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.94"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.39"

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 74 km
Feb 6, 2016 South Africa M3.7 107 km
Oct 11, 1993 45 km ESE of Ekuvukeni, South Africa M3.3 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 5.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 68°F (20°C) 5.5 in
March 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in
April 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 0.9 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in
August 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in
November 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
December 67°F (20°C) 5.6 in

Wembesi has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 50°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Wembesi

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Inkosi Utatazela Secondary School
Zola Primary School
Wembezi Secondary School
Inkanyiso Primary School
Bhekundi Secondary School
Emtshezi High School
Amahlubi Secondary School
Abantungwa High School
Bhekuzulu Primary School
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Museums in Wembesi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT DURNFORD MUSEUM
Winterton Museum

Clinics in Wembesi

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Madiba Provincial Clinic
Ntabamhlope Provicial CHC
Ntabamhlope Provicial CHC
Wembezi Provincial Clinic
Zwelisha Provincial Clinic

Train Stations in Wembesi

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Draycott
Ennersdale

Airports Near Wembesi

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ladysmith AirportLAYMedium Airport
Pietermaritzburg AirportPZBMedium Airport
Amphitheatre Lodge AirportSmall Airport
Baynesfield Estate AirportSmall Airport
BingelelaSmall Airport
Clan AirportSmall Airport
Drakensberg Gardens AirportSmall Airport
El Mirador AirportSmall Airport
Estcourt AirportSmall Airport
Glen Grey AirportSmall Airport
Glenside AirfieldSmall Airport
Himeville AirfieldSmall Airport
Howick AirportSmall Airport
Malefiloane AirstripSmall Airport
Mokhotlong AirportMKHSmall Airport
Nambiti AirfieldSmall Airport
New Hanover AirportSmall Airport
Siteka AirportSmall Airport
Treverton College AirstripSmall Airport
Underberg AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wembesi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Greystone Emmaus Chapel

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
3310

🇿🇦 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 Wembesi

What is the population of Wembesi?

Wembesi has a population of 33,849 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 910.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Wembesi?

Wembesi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches.

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