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Weather & Climate in Margate, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Margate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.
Temperature
75°F Jan (24°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 69.7°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 11.3 sq mi (29.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,050/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -30.8636°N, 30.3705°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Jul 26, 1991 | 10 km NNW of Port Shepstone, South Africa | M3.8 | 24 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 1994 | 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa | M3.7 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Feb 6, 2016 | South Africa | M3.7 | 150 km | 15 km |
| Jan 27, 1994 | 52 km WSW of Kokstad, South Africa | M3.4 | 137 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.9 in |
Margate has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 65°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (1.1").