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Brits, South Africa
North West · South Africa
Brits is a large city in North West, South Africa with a population of 122,497. Elevation: 3,668 ft (1,118 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Brits
Brits is a town in the North West Province of South Africa. It is situated in a fertile citrus, vegetable and grain-producing area that is irrigated by the waters of the Hartbeespoort Dam. It is close to the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality in Gauteng, which includes Pretoria, and it has the same dialling code as Pretoria. In addition to being a centre for agriculture, the city is home to several heavy industries.The city also plays an important role in the South African mining industry: 94% of South Africa's platinum comes from the Rustenburg and Brits districts, which together produce more platinum than any other single area in the world. In addition, there is a large vanadium mine in the district.
People
Climate
| Population | 122,497 |
| Population Density | 2,766 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,668 ft (1,118 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.6347°, 27.7802° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | North West |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.6 inches (447 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Brits
Brits is a large city in South Africa (North West) with a population of 122,497. The city sits at an elevation of 3,668 feet (1,118 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Brits
Brits has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Nov (25°C), the coldest is Jul (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 609 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,668 ft (1,118 m) |
| Area | 44.3 sq mi (114.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,766/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -25.6347°N, 27.7802°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in |
Brits has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 54°F in June to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Brits
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rabboni School | - | - | - | - |
| Thornhill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laerskool Brits | - | - | - | - |
| Laerskool Olienpark | - | - | - | - |
| Botlhabelo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laerskool Olienpark | - | - | - | - |
| Lighthouse Christian College | - | - | - | - |
| Tebogo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laerskool Sonop | - | - | - | - |
| Pansdrif Laerskool | - | - | - | - |
| Brits High Schooll | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Brits
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosveld Stereo | pop, rock | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Pretoria FM | - | AAC | |
| GrootFM | - | AAC | |
| Radio Veritas | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Pulpit | - | AAC | |
| Hot 102.7 FM Club | - | AAC | |
| 919 | - | AAC | |
| Tuks FM | alternative, rock | AAC | |
| Urban Fusion Radio | - | MP3 | |
| KM RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Brits
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lesedi Cultural Village |
Libraries in Brits
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ga-Rankuwa Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oukasie Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Brits
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welwitschia Country Market |
Dentists in Brits
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Brits
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Brits
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Brits
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Brits
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Brits
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Brits
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Brits
41 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 |
| Pilanesberg International Airport | NTY | Medium Airport |
| Rand Airport | QRA | Medium Airport |
| Rustenburg Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Swartkop Air Force Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Waterkloof Air Force Base | WKF | Medium Airport |
| Wonderboom Airport | PRY | Medium Airport |
| Aero 57 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aero Den Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aviators Paradise Field | - | Small Airport |
| Bapsfontein Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baragwanath Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beestekraal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Mountain Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bonwa Phala Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brakpan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brits Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carltonville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnottar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eagles Creek Aviation Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fly Inn Estate | - | Small Airport |
| Freeway Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grasslands Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Haakdoornboom Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kitty Hawk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Krugersdorp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mawala Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Microland Flight Park | - | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Estate Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Orient Glider Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Panorama Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Petit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Gorge Estate Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Springs Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sun Valley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tedderfield Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| The Coves Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Warmbaths Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zilkaats Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Brits
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Brits Jamia Masjid | |
| Lighthouse | |
| Nederduitse Gereformede Kerk - Vorentoe |
Explore Near Brits
Quick Facts
Around Brits
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Brits
7 places within 15 km
- • Kommando Nek Fort
- • Kommando Nek Fort Anglo Boer War
- • Kommando Nek Fort Anglo Boer War
- • Kosmos Mountain Fort Anglo Boer War
- • Art Gallery
- • Langberg
- • Nadia's Peak
🇿🇦 About South Africa
Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Brits
What is the population of Brits?
Brits has a population of 122,497 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2,766 people per square mile, spread across 44.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Brits?
Brits enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches.