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Weather & Climate in Scottburgh, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Scottburgh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet.
Temperature
75°F Jan (24°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 164.7 sq mi (426.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -30.2867°N, 30.7532°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 | 148 km | 15 km |
| Jul 26, 1991 | 10 km NNW of Port Shepstone, South Africa | M3.8 | 51 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 1994 | 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa | M3.7 | 94 km | 5 km |
| Feb 6, 2016 | South Africa | M3.7 | 82 km | 15 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in |
Scottburgh has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 62°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.9").