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Weather & Climate in KwaDukuza, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
KwaDukuza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 40.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet.
Temperature
74°F Jan (23°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 67.8°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 364 ft (111 m) |
| Area | 503.9 sq mi (1,305.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 320/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.3282°N, 31.2895°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 | 34 km | 15 km |
| Jan 9, 1994 | 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa | M3.7 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Feb 6, 2016 | South Africa | M3.7 | 60 km | 15 km |
| Oct 11, 1993 | 45 km ESE of Ekuvukeni, South Africa | M3.3 | 108 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 5.1 in |
KwaDukuza has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 60°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (1.0").