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About Durban

Durban, South Africa is a laid-back coastal city with warm weather, beautiful beaches, and a lower cost of living than many global nomad hubs 🌊☀️. It offers a growing café scene, solid co-working options, and good city amenities. Best for nomads who want a relaxed lifestyle, ocean views, and easy access to nature, though power cuts can be a challenge ⚡️.

Through the year

Best in June (68) · now 63
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 125 mm Feb: 125 mm Mar: 110 mm Apr: 117 mm May: 72 mm Jun: 28 mm Jul: 12 mm Aug: 21 mm Sep: 79 mm Oct: 103 mm Nov: 73 mm Dec: 123 mm Jan: 28°C / 21°C Feb: 28°C / 21°C Mar: 27°C / 20°C Apr: 25°C / 18°C May: 24°C / 15°C Jun: 23°C / 13°C Jul: 22°C / 12°C Aug: 23°C / 13°C Sep: 23°C / 15°C Oct: 24°C / 17°C Nov: 25°C / 18°C Dec: 27°C / 20°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 6.8
Internet Speed 7.0
Digital Nomad Popularity 3.4
Safety 4.7
Accommodation Cost 6.8
Weather 7.9
Nomad Friendly 5.4
Female Friendly 4.9
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Durban
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $482.80 per month
Coworking Space $164.86 per month
Coffee $2.47 per cup
Beer $2.65 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $8.83 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $55.93 per month
Mobile Plan $26.49 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $50.05 per month

Other cities in South Africa

Other cities in South Africa
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Cape Town $2,112 6.6 Compare
2 Stellenbosch $2,773 6.5 Compare
3 Pretoria $2,096 6.3 Compare
4 Camps Bay $1,862 6.2 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Umhlanga ZA South Africa $3,017 6.2 Compare
2 Ballito ZA South Africa $1,520 5.8 Compare
3 Qacha's Nek LS Lesotho $986 4.2 Compare
4 Clarens ZA South Africa $1,442 5.7 Compare

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