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Balfour, South Africa
Mpumalanga · South Africa
Balfour is a mid-size city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 46,008. Elevation: 5,322 ft (1,622 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
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About Balfour
Balfour is a developing gold mining and maize farming town in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 46,008 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,322 ft (1,622 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.6633°, 28.5902° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Mpumalanga |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.8 inches (681 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balfour
Balfour is a mid-size city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 46,008. The city sits at an elevation of 5,322 feet (1,622 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Balfour
Balfour has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Dec (21.1°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 594 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,322 ft (1,622 m) |
| Area | 1,170.1 sq mi (3,030.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.6633°N, 28.5902°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 4.1 in |
Balfour has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 48°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Balfour
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express-FM Digital | christian, christian blues | MP3 128 kbps |
Clinics in Balfour
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Balfour
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balfour
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Balfour
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Balfour
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Balfour
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Balfour
40 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | Large Airport |
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | Large Airport |
| Grand Central Airport | GCJ | Medium Airport |
| Rand Airport | QRA | Medium Airport |
| Secunda Airport | ZEC | Medium Airport |
| Vereeniging Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bapsfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bierman Landgoed Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blesbokfontain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brakpan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dasville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Delmas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Devon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dunnottar Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Evander Landing Strip Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fly Inn Estate | — | Small Airport |
| Frankfort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grootbraai Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heidelburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heilbron Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jim Fouche Resort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Klipriver Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kriel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leeukop Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lekoa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Microland Flight Park | — | Small Airport |
| New Largo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panorama Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Petit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pietersrus Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sace Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Springs Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sun Valley Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sunset Shores Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tedderfield Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Tutuka Power Station Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vaal Dam Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vanggatfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villiers Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balfour
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| N.G. | |
| The Balfour New Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Balfour?
Balfour has a population of 46,008 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 1,170.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balfour?
Balfour enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.8 inches.