Tourism, Accommodation and Historical Attractions in Durban, South Africa

Durban's Location

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It lies 600kms South of the Tropic of Capricorn at latitude 28^o South (approximately the same as Brisbane) and 30^o east.

Distances (km):

• Johannesburg: 600
• Cape Town: 1600
• Pietermaritzburg: 80
• Harare: 1000
• Lusaka: 1200
• New York: 13000
• London: 9000
• Sydney: 7000

Climate:

Durban's proximity to the warm Mozambique current ensures an equable, sub-tropical climate. Summers (Nov - Mar) are characterized by sultry days with occasional thunder showers while winters (May - Oct) are normally dry, sunny and balmy.

• Mean summer temperatures: 24^oC / 74^oF Minimum: 20^oC
• Mean winter temperatures: 19^oC/ 66^oF Minimum: 9^oC
• Annual rainfall: 1000mm.

Proximity to Major Attractions:

The major game reserves are within 3 - 4 hours drive from Durban. The Kruger National Park is approximately 7-8 hours drive. The Drakensberg mountains are 2-3 hours drive.