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Bochum, South Africa
Limpopo · South Africa
Bochum is a small city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 12,000. Elevation: 3,271 ft (997 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Bochum
Bochum is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia. With a population of 372,348, it is the sixth-largest city in North Rhine-Westphalia, the most populous German federal state, and the 16th-largest city in Germany. On the Ruhr Heights hill chain, between the rivers Ruhr to the south and Emscher to the north, it is the second largest city of Westphalia after Dortmund, and the fourth largest city of the Ruhr after Dortmund, Essen and Duisburg. It lies at the centre of the Ruhr, Germany's largest urban area, in the Rhine-Ruhr Metropolitan Region, the second biggest metropolitan region by GDP in the European Union, and belongs to the region of Arnsberg. There are nine institutions of higher education in the city, most notably the Ruhr University Bochum, one of the ten largest universities in Germany, and the Bochum University of Applied Sciences.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,000 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,271 ft (997 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.2861°, 29.1396° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Limpopo |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.5 inches (496 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bochum
Bochum is a small city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 12,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,271 feet (997 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Bochum
Bochum has an average annual temperature of 20.2°C (68°F). The hottest month is Dec (24.2°C), the coldest is Jul (14.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 528 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.8°F |
| 26% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,271 ft (997 m) |
| Area | 3,810.7 sq mi (9,869.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -23.2861°N, 29.1396°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 3.5 in |
Bochum has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 57°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and August the driest (0.1").
Schools in Bochum
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kgolouthwana Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Senwabarwana Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Helene Franz Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bothanang Primary School / Matthew Phosa Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Capricorn College for TVET | — | — | — | — |
| V.P. Manthata Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kgotlaona Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mamadisha Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ntlhopumela Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Peter Hermans Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Bochum
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bochum
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bochum
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bochum
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bochum
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bochum
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bochum
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Polokwane International Airport | PTG | Large Airport |
| Pietersburg Municipal Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Alldays (Greater Kuduland) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Alldays Airport | ADY | Small Airport |
| Alldays Safaris Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baltimore Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bergtop Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dendron Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Limpopo-Lipadi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Louis Trichardt Airport | LCD | Small Airport |
| Makhado Air Force Base Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Reitz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sirkel N Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bochum
What is the population of Bochum?
Bochum has a population of 12,000 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,810.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bochum?
Bochum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches.