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Davel, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

Davel is a small town in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 1,429. Elevation: 5,591 ft (1,704 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,429 Population 1/sq mi density
5,591 ft Elevation 1,704 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
27.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Davel

Davel is a settlement in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa. It is situated next to the N17 highway in the south-west of the province between the larger towns of Bethal and Ermelo.

People

Population1,429
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation5,591 ft (1,704 m)
Population1,429
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,591 ft (1,704 m)
Coordinates-26.4448°, 29.6654°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation27.2 inches (690 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Davel

Davel is a small town in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 1,429. The city sits at an elevation of 5,591 feet (1,704 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Davel

Davel has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 25.8° 0.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 25.9° 0.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 24.8° 0.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 22.8° 0.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / 20.2° 0.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 18.4° 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 18° 0.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 20.6° 0.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 24.3° 0.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 24.5° 0.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 24.5° 0.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 25.4° 0.0
Davel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 27.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,591 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (19°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above South Africa avg
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,591 ft (1,704 m)
Area2,492.3 sq mi (6,455.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-26.4448°N, 29.6654°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.2"
29% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.96"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 27, 2022.

Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 74 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 65 km
Jul 7, 2013 43 km WSW of Nelspruit, South Africa M4.6 128 km
Feb 7, 2000 22 km NW of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M4.5 123 km
Mar 1, 1996 7 km E of Eden Glen, South Africa M4.4 146 km
May 27, 2012 14 km S of Piet Retief, South Africa M4.4 138 km
Jul 30, 2021 12 km SE of Alberton, South Africa M4.2 144 km
Dec 18, 2009 5 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M4.2 147 km
Dec 24, 2000 11 km ESE of Alberton, South Africa M4.1 145 km
Jun 24, 1991 6 km SSE of Springs, South Africa M3.7 124 km
Jul 1, 2019 36 km W of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M3.7 98 km
May 27, 1995 4 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.7 147 km
Aug 1, 2021 6 km E of Alberton, South Africa M3.6 149 km
May 30, 2008 18 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.6 54 km
Jan 24, 2006 4 km S of Boksburg, South Africa M3.6 141 km
Oct 16, 1993 10 km ESE of Springs, South Africa M3.6 117 km
Jun 2, 2006 19 km SSE of Delmas, South Africa M3.6 95 km
Oct 27, 1995 5 km SW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.5 145 km
Sep 30, 1994 7 km SW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.5 147 km
Mar 19, 1993 20 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.3 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (19°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
February 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in
March 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
April 58°F (15°C) 1.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.3 in
July 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.1 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
November 62°F (17°C) 4.7 in
December 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in

Davel has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 47°F in July to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Davel

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ermelo Airport-Medium Airport
Secunda AirportZECMedium Airport
Amersfoort Airport-Small Airport
Arnot Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Benics Airport-Small Airport
Benics Airport-Small Airport
Bethal Airport-Small Airport
Blesbokfontain Airport-Small Airport
Carolina Airport-Small Airport
Evander Landing Strip Airport-Small Airport
Forel Airport-Small Airport
Holbank Airport-Small Airport
Komati Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Kriel Airport-Small Airport
Majuba Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Mooivlei Airport-Small Airport
New Largo Airport-Small Airport
Pietersrus Airport-Small Airport
Pullenshope Hendrina Airport-Small Airport
Sace Airport-Small Airport
Tutuka Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Witbank Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
2320

🇿🇦 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 Davel

What is the population of Davel?

Davel has a population of 1,429 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,492.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Davel?

Davel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches.

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