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Weather & Climate in eSikhaleni, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
eSikhaleni 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 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet.
Temperature
76°F Jan (25°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 70.4°F |
| 30% above US avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 21,607/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.8710°N, 31.8996°W |
| 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 | 45 km | 15 km |
| Feb 6, 2016 | South Africa | M3.7 | 137 km | 15 km |
| Oct 11, 1993 | 45 km ESE of Ekuvukeni, South Africa | M3.3 | 130 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°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) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 4.2 in |
eSikhaleni has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 63°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (1.7").