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Weather & Climate in Durban, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Durban enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 39.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.
Temperature
76°F Jan (24°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above US avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 87.2 sq mi (225.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 38,271/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.8579°N, 31.0292°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Jun 16, 2015 | 19 km ESE of Sundumbili, South Africa | M4.3 | 94 km | 15 km |
| Jul 26, 1991 | 10 km NNW of Port Shepstone, South Africa | M3.8 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 1994 | 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa | M3.7 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Feb 6, 2016 | South Africa | M3.7 | 45 km | 15 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.4 in |
Durban has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 63°F in June to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.9").