Weather & Climate in Empangeni, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Empangeni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet.
Temperature
77°F Jan (25°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 70.5°F |
| 31% above US avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 407.6 sq mi (1,055.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.7620°S, 31.8933°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
3 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 | 54 km | 15 km |
| Feb 6, 2016 | South Africa | M3.7 | 143 km | 15 km |
| Oct 11, 1993 | 45 km ESE of Ekuvukeni, South Africa | M3.3 | 127 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 5.1 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in |
Empangeni has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 63°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (1.8").