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Belfast, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

Belfast is a small city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 20,036. Elevation: 6,145 ft (1,873 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

20,036 Population 9/sq mi density
6,145 ft Elevation 1,873 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Belfast

Belfast

Belfast is the capital city and principal port of Northern Ireland, standing on the banks of the River Lagan and connected to the open sea through Belfast Lough and the North Channel. It is the largest city in Northern Ireland and the second-largest city in Ireland, with an estimated population of 352,390 in 2024.

People

Population20,036
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation6,145 ft (1,873 m)
Population20,036
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation6,145 ft (1,873 m)
Coordinates-25.6899°, 30.0350°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (817 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Belfast

Belfast is a small city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 20,036. The city sits at an elevation of 6,145 feet (1,873 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Belfast

Belfast has an average annual temperature of 15.2°C (59°F). The hottest month is Nov (19.3°C), the coldest is Jul (8.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 926 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.7°C / 66°F 8.5° / 28.8° 165.7
Feb 18.3°C / 65°F 8.9° / 27.8° 170.1
Mar 17.4°C / 63°F 8.5° / 27.6° 91.9
Apr 14.7°C / 58°F 4.7° / 25.5° 71.2
May 12.2°C / 54°F 1.4° / 23.6° 34.8
Jun 8.7°C / 48°F -2.3° / 21.3° 12.0
Jul 8.6°C / 48°F -3.2° / 22.1° 9.8
Aug 12°C / 54°F -0.8° / 26.2° 4.3
Sep 15.6°C / 60°F 2.6° / 30.3° 21.7
Oct 18°C / 64°F 4° / 32.7° 59.3
Nov 19.3°C / 67°F 8.2° / 32° 100.6
Dec 19.2°C / 67°F 8.5° / 31.3° 184.8
Belfast enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 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 32.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,145 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above South Africa avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,145 ft (1,873 m)
Area2,340.4 sq mi (6,061.6 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-25.6899°N, 30.0350°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.18"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 25, 2022.

Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 144 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 130 km
Jul 7, 2013 43 km WSW of Nelspruit, South Africa M4.6 55 km
Feb 7, 2000 22 km NW of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M4.5 108 km
Jul 1, 2019 36 km W of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M3.7 103 km
Jun 2, 2006 19 km SSE of Delmas, South Africa M3.6 148 km
May 30, 2008 18 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.6 90 km
Mar 19, 1993 20 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.3 89 km
Jun 25, 2022 29 km E of Delmas, South Africa M2.9 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 6.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in
March 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.5 in Coldest
July 49°F (9°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 53°F (11°C) 0.6 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
November 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in
December 64°F (18°C) 5.3 in

Belfast has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 49°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Belfast

Institution Type Founded Website
FET College - ,

Schools in Belfast

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Siyifunile Secondary - - - -
Platorand School - - - -
Belfast Academy - - - -
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Museums in Belfast

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bergendal Anglo-Boer war memorial

Restaurants in Belfast

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wimpy

Train Stations in Belfast

5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Belfast
Bergendal
Gesukkel
Long Tom
Sunbury

Gas Stations in Belfast

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Engen
Puma
Shell

Golf Courses in Belfast

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Belfast Gholf Klub

Airports Near Belfast

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arnot Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Belfast Aerodrome-Small Airport
Carolina Airport-Small Airport
Forel Airport-Small Airport
Groblersdal Kob Airport-Small Airport
Komati Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Kudu Private Nature Reserve-Small Airport
Lydenburg Airport-Small Airport
Middelburg Airport-Small Airport
Mooivlei Airport-Small Airport
New Scotland Airport-Small Airport
Pullenshope Hendrina Airport-Small Airport
Sappi / Ngodwana-Small Airport
Walkersons Field-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Belfast

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Belfast Mosque
Gehervormde Kerk
Nederduits Gereformeerde Kerk Belfast
Nederduitse Kerk
NG Kerk

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,873 m (6,145 ft)
Founded
1890
Postal Code
1100

🇿🇦 About South Africa

Capital Pretoria
Population 57,779,622
Area 1,219,912 km²
GDP (USD) $381,440,724,491
GDP per capita $6,034
HDI 0.717
Life expectancy 66.1 years
Internet users 75.7%
Urban population 63.6%
Currency ZAR (Rand)
Languages Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Vend...
Calling code +27
TLD .za
Driving side left

Public Holidays in South Africa

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 21 Human Rights Day Human Rights Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Family Day Family Day
Apr 27 Freedom Day Freedom Day
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
Jun 16 Youth Day Youth Day
Aug 10 National Women's Day National Women's Day
Sep 24 Heritage Day Heritage Day
Dec 16 Day of Reconciliation Day of Reconciliation
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Day of Goodwill St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Belfast

What is the population of Belfast?

Belfast has a population of 20,036 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 2,340.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Belfast?

Belfast enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.

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