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Kempton Park serves as a highly practical base for expats in South Africa, particularly those prioritizing seamless access to OR Tambo International Airport and the broader Ekurhuleni region. It offers a functional, suburban living environment with generally reliable healthcare and public transport options that are decent by local standards. While safety is adequate, like many urban areas, a degree of situational awareness is always advisable. This location is less about a vibrant social scene and more about logistical convenience and a solid foundation for daily life, making it ideal for professionals and families seeking efficiency over extensive leisure amenities.
Kempton Park has a subtropical highland climate (Köppen BWk in some climate databases, though it is often described locally as warm temperate/highland). Summers are warm and wetter, while winters are mild, dry, and sunny, with rainfall concentrated in the summer half of the year. The city’s elevation helps keep temperatures moderated compared with lower-lying parts of South Africa.
Summer Average
27°C
Winter Average
14°C
Climate Type
Subtropical Highland
Rainy Days
92
Sunny Days
300
Humidity
49%
Spring
September - November
15-26°C
Spring is generally mild to warm, with temperatures rising quickly and thunderstorms becoming more frequent toward late spring. Conditions are usually sunny between rain events.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
December - February
24-30°C
Summer is warm to hot and is the main rainy season, with convective afternoon thunderstorms common. December and January are typically the wettest months.
High rainfall
Autumn
March - May
17-25°C
Autumn brings gradually cooler temperatures and a noticeable decline in rainfall after the summer peak. Days remain pleasant, with cooler mornings and evenings.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
June - August
8-20°C
Winter is dry, cool, and bright, with cold mornings and mild afternoons. July is typically the driest month, with very little rainfall.
Low rainfall
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Kempton Park
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Safety & Security in Kempton Park
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Poor
34
/100
South Africa Avg
47
Africa Avg
53
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Kempton Park to South Africa averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Kempton Park
South Africa Average
Safety Index
0510
Critical
Safety from Crime
0510
Dangerous
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Low
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Critical
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Dangerous
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Dangerous
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 62/100
No data for Kempton Park — showing hazard indicators from nearby Midrand (~17 km).
