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Burgersfort, South Africa
Mpumalanga · South Africa
Burgersfort is a small city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 7,630. Elevation: 2,497 ft (761 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Burgersfort
Burgersfort is located in the valley of the Spekboom River at the edge of the Bushveld Complex in the Fetakgomo Tubatse Local Municipality of the Limpopo province of South Africa, near the border with the Mpumalanga province. The town was named after a hexagonal fort built there during the 1876-77 Second War against the Bapedi of King Sekhukhune, and was named after President TF Burgers of the ZAR. The town serves as a meeting point for two major roads, the R37 and R555. The region is rich in platinum and platinum group metals. The town's neighbouring towns are Mashishing (60 km), Steelpoort (16 km) and Ohrigstad (26 km).
People
Climate
| Population | 7,630 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,497 ft (761 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.6755°, 30.3288° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Mpumalanga |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.9 inches (709 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Burgersfort
Burgersfort is a small city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 7,630. The city sits at an elevation of 2,497 feet (761 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.7°F |
| 24% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,497 ft (761 m) |
| Area | 2,166.6 sq mi (5,611.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.6755°N, 30.3288°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
Burgersfort has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 56°F in June to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Burgersfort
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calvin College | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Burgersfort
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Burgersfort
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Burgersfort
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Burgersfort
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Burgersfort
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Burgersfort
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Eastgate Airport / Air Force Base Hoedspruit | HDS | Medium Airport |
| Askari Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blyde Canyon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boulders Game Ranch 2 (Microlight) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boulders Game Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Egnep Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Garonga Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gravelotte Mine Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hippo Pools Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hoedspruit Civil Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kudu Private Nature Reserve | — | Small Airport |
| Lavino Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lydenburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mica Village Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pilgrims Rest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Selati Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Walkersons Field | — | Small Airport |
| White River Mercy Air | — | Small Airport |
| Wild Rivers Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Winterveldt Mine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zandspruit Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Burgersfort?
Burgersfort has a population of 7,630 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,166.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Burgersfort?
Burgersfort enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches.