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Doornkop, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

Doornkop is a small city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 6,037. Elevation: 4,964 ft (1,513 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

6,037 Population 4/sq mi density
4,964 ft Elevation 1,513 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Doornkop

Doornkop is a ridge and locality on the western outskirts of Soweto in the Gauteng Province, South Africa. The area is currently being subsumed by the westward expansion of Soweto and the eastward growth of Krugersdorp's Kagiso township. Suburbs include Tshepisong, Leratong Village, Bambayi and Thulani. Doornkop is also known as Thulani, Snakepark and Silvertown.

People

Population6,037
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation4,964 ft (1,513 m)
Population6,037
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation4,964 ft (1,513 m)
Coordinates-25.6083°, 29.4312°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (684 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Doornkop

Doornkop is a small city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 6,037. The city sits at an elevation of 4,964 feet (1,513 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Doornkop enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 52°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 26.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,964 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above South Africa avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,964 ft (1,513 m)
Area1,681.5 sq mi (4,355.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-25.6083°N, 29.4312°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.9"
29% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.88"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 27, 2022.

Dec 2, 2013 33 km SE of Modimolle, South Africa M4.8 112 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 99 km
Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 113 km
Jul 7, 2013 43 km WSW of Nelspruit, South Africa M4.6 115 km
Mar 1, 1996 7 km E of Eden Glen, South Africa M4.4 132 km
Jul 30, 2021 12 km SE of Alberton, South Africa M4.2 145 km
Dec 18, 2009 5 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M4.2 141 km
Dec 24, 2000 11 km ESE of Alberton, South Africa M4.1 145 km
May 27, 1995 4 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.7 140 km
Jun 24, 1991 6 km SSE of Springs, South Africa M3.7 126 km
May 30, 2008 18 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.6 58 km
Jun 2, 2006 19 km SSE of Delmas, South Africa M3.6 106 km
Oct 16, 1993 10 km ESE of Springs, South Africa M3.6 120 km
Aug 1, 2021 6 km E of Alberton, South Africa M3.6 145 km
Jan 24, 2006 4 km S of Boksburg, South Africa M3.6 137 km
Sep 30, 1994 7 km SW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.5 142 km
Oct 27, 1995 5 km SW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.5 140 km
Jun 7, 1990 0 km SE of Eden Glen, South Africa M3.4 139 km
Feb 12, 1993 47 km WSW of Siyabuswa, South Africa M3.4 96 km
Mar 19, 1993 20 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.3 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 69°F (20°C) 3.6 in
March 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
June 53°F (12°C) 0.3 in
July 52°F (11°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
October 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in
November 67°F (19°C) 4.6 in
December 69°F (20°C) 4.4 in

Doornkop has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 52°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Doornkop

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JOY GOSPEL RADIO international MP3 128 kbps

Gas Stations in Doornkop

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sasol
ZA #1318935317

Golf Courses in Doornkop

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club House
Kranspoort Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Doornkop

TeamLeagueDivision
Klarinet sports park

Airports Near Doornkop

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arnot Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Belfast AerodromeSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Blesbokfontain AirportSmall Airport
Carolina AirportSmall Airport
Delmas AirportSmall Airport
Forel AirportSmall Airport
Groblersdal Kob AirportSmall Airport
Komati Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Kriel AirportSmall Airport
Marble Hall AirportSmall Airport
Middelburg AirportSmall Airport
Mooivlei AirportSmall Airport
New Largo AirportSmall Airport
Pullenshope Hendrina AirportSmall Airport
Sace AirportSmall Airport
Vanggatfontein AirportSmall Airport
Witbank AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg

🇿🇦 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 Doornkop

What is the population of Doornkop?

Doornkop has a population of 6,037 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,681.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Doornkop?

Doornkop enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches.

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