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Elsburg Gold Mine, South Africa
Gauteng · South Africa
Elsburg Gold Mine is a small town in Gauteng, South Africa with a population of 2,141. Elevation: 5,240 ft (1,597 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Elsburg Gold Mine
Modderfontein is a small town on the East Rand of Gauteng, South Africa. It began as a mining town adjacent to the Mud River, hence its name which is Afrikaans for "mud spring" or "fountain". It is located in the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, adjacent to Kempton Park in the neighbouring City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,141 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,240 ft (1,597 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.4097°, 27.6811° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Gauteng |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.9 inches (454 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Elsburg Gold Mine
Elsburg Gold Mine is a small town in South Africa (Gauteng) with a population of 2,141. The city sits at an elevation of 5,240 feet (1,597 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,240 ft (1,597 m) |
| Area | 312.7 sq mi (809.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.4097°N, 27.6811°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in |
Elsburg Gold Mine has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 47°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Elsburg Gold Mine
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jozi FM (HiFi aac) | — | AAC | |
| Radio Veritas | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Jacaranda FM | smooth | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hot 102.7 FM Club | — | AAC | |
| Mzansi FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 919 | — | AAC | |
| salaammedia | humanitarian, islam | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Elsburg Gold Mine
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credo Mutwa Cultural Village | ||||
| Credo Mutwa Cultural Village | ||||
| Credo Mutwa Cultural Village | ||||
| Hector Pieterson Museum | ||||
| Hector Pieterson Museum | ||||
| Hector Pieterson Museum | ||||
| Mandela House | ||||
| Mandela House | ||||
| Mandela House |
Libraries in Elsburg Gold Mine
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azaadville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Extension 1 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Florida Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Florida Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Florida Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lehae Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenasia Ext 3 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenasia Ext 3 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lusaka Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orange Farm Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orlando East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orlando East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orlando East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pimvilee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pimvilee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Randgate Branch Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Elsburg Gold Mine
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Air Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Elsburg Gold Mine
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Hani Stadium | ||
| Dobsonville Stadium | ||
| Dobsonville Stadium | ||
| Gustav Preller Sports Grounds | ||
| Lenasia Cricket Stadium | ||
| Lenasia Soccer Stadium | ||
| Orlando Amstel Arena | ||
| Orlando Amstel Arena | ||
| Soweto Cricket Oval |
Airports Near Elsburg Gold Mine
42 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 |
| Potchefstroom Airport | PCF | Medium Airport |
| Rand Airport | QRA | Medium Airport |
| Swartkop Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Vereeniging Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Waterkloof Air Force Base | WKF | Medium Airport |
| Aero 57 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aero Den Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aviators Paradise Field | — | Small Airport |
| Bapsfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baragwanath Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bierman Landgoed Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Mountain Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brakpan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carltonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Creek Aviation Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fly Inn Estate | — | Small Airport |
| Grasslands Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Heidelburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jim Fouche Resort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Klipriver Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Krugersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leeukop Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Microland Flight Park | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Estate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Orient Glider Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panorama Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Parys Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Petit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saffier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Gorge Estate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Springs Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Star Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sun Valley Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sunset Shores Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tedderfield Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| The Coves Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vaal Dam Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vanderbijlpark Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Elsburg Gold Mine
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Barney Molokoane Clinic | ||
| DaruShifa | ||
| Freeway Surgery | ||
| Greenvillage Clinic | ||
| Lenasia Renal Centre | ||
| Nishtara Recovery and Wellness Centre | ||
| Shanty Clinic | ||
| Shanty Clinic |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Elsburg Gold Mine?
Elsburg Gold Mine has a population of 2,141 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 312.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Elsburg Gold Mine?
Elsburg Gold Mine enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches.