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Emalahleni, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

Emalahleni is a large city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 373,403. Elevation: 5,344 ft (1,629 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

373,403 Population 5,888/sq mi density
5,344 ft Elevation 1,629 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
27.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Emalahleni

Emalahleni

Witbank, officially eMalahleni, is a city situated on the Highveld of Mpumalanga, South Africa, within the Emalahleni Local Municipality. The name Witbank is Afrikaans for "white ridge", and is named after a white sandstone outcrop where wagon transport drivers rested. The city is known for its coal-mining in the surrounding region.

People

Population373,403
Density5,888/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation5,344 ft (1,629 m)
Population373,403
Population Density5,888 / sq mi
Elevation5,344 ft (1,629 m)
Coordinates-25.8713°, 29.2332°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation27.4 inches (695 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Emalahleni

Emalahleni is a large city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 373,403. The city sits at an elevation of 5,344 feet (1,629 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Emalahleni

Emalahleni has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F). The hottest month is Dec (21.1°C), the coldest is Jul (9.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 629 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.9°C / 70°F 9.5° / 32.3° 107.9
Feb 20.5°C / 69°F 10.1° / 31.9° 105.5
Mar 19.7°C / 67°F 9.8° / 31.3° 54.6
Apr 16.4°C / 61°F 5.8° / 28.2° 57.8
May 13.4°C / 56°F 1.9° / 25.7° 14.4
Jun 9.8°C / 50°F -1.7° / 23.3° 6.1
Jul 9.7°C / 49°F -2.7° / 23.8° 6.2
Aug 13.3°C / 56°F -0.2° / 27.7° 2.1
Sep 17.3°C / 63°F 3.8° / 31.9° 16.9
Oct 19.7°C / 67°F 5.2° / 34.6° 48.3
Nov 20.9°C / 70°F 9° / 33.7° 76.1
Dec 21.1°C / 70°F 9.8° / 34.1° 133.5
Emalahleni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,344 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above South Africa avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,344 ft (1,629 m)
Area63.4 sq mi (164.3 km²)
Population Density5,888/sq mi
Coordinates-25.8713°N, 29.2332°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.4"
28% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.00"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

61 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 29, 2023.

Jun 11, 2023 Gauteng, South Africa M4.9 119 km
Dec 2, 2013 33 km SE of Modimolle, South Africa M4.8 122 km
Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 78 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 64 km
Jul 7, 2013 43 km WSW of Nelspruit, South Africa M4.6 137 km
Apr 26, 1998 6 km SSW of Diepsloot, South Africa M4.5 125 km
Feb 20, 2018 7 km SSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.5 150 km
Mar 1, 1996 7 km E of Eden Glen, South Africa M4.4 103 km
Jan 23, 2018 4 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.4 149 km
Apr 15, 1992 4 km S of Brits, South Africa M4.4 147 km
Nov 18, 2013 8 km WSW of Johannesburg, South Africa M4.3 133 km
Dec 18, 2009 5 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M4.2 110 km
Jul 30, 2021 12 km SE of Alberton, South Africa M4.2 113 km
Dec 24, 2000 11 km ESE of Alberton, South Africa M4.1 113 km
Jun 13, 1991 6 km W of Randburg, South Africa M3.9 132 km
Apr 28, 2006 6 km SSW of Alberton, South Africa M3.8 124 km
Jun 24, 1991 6 km SSE of Springs, South Africa M3.7 93 km
May 27, 1995 4 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.7 109 km
Nov 11, 1992 South Africa M3.6 147 km
Jun 2, 2006 19 km SSE of Delmas, South Africa M3.6 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
February 67°F (20°C) 3.6 in
March 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
May 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
June 51°F (11°C) 0.3 in
July 51°F (10°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in
September 62°F (17°C) 0.9 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.8 in
November 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in
December 67°F (20°C) 4.4 in

Emalahleni has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 51°F in July to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Emalahleni

Institution Type Founded Website
Nkangala FET College College

Schools in Emalahleni

37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Laerskool Reynorif
Primary School Carissa
Curro Bankenveld School
HTS Witbank
W H De Klerk School
Laerskool Duvhapark
Hoërskool Generaal Hertzog
Laerskool Tasbetpark
Greendale School
Laerskool Klipfontein
Laerskool Taalfees
Reynopark High School
Laerskool Kragbron
Hoërskool Patriot
Cambridge Academy
Laerskool Panorama
Robert Carruthers Primary School
Laerskool Taalfees
Primary School Carissa
Leonard Ntshuntshe Secondary School
HTS Witbank
W H De Klerk School
Laerskool Duvhapark
Kwaguqa Primary School
Hoërskool Generaal Hertzog
Laerskool Tasbetpark
Greendale School
Mapule Sindane School
Curro Bankenveld School
Laerskool Klipfontein
Laerskool Reynorif
Reynopark High School
Laerskool Kragbron
Hoërskool Patriot
Cambridge Academy
Laerskool Panorama
Robert Carruthers Primary School
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Radio Stations near Emalahleni

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JOY GOSPEL RADIO international MP3 128 kbps

Hotels in Emalahleni

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Corridor Hostel
Olifants River Lodge
Stay Easy
SUN1 Witbank

Restaurants in Emalahleni

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cappuccinos
masango fastfood
Nando's

Cafes in Emalahleni

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bootlegger Coffee Company

Theatres in Emalahleni

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Emalahleni Civic Theatre

Clinics in Emalahleni

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

health care
Klarinet Clinic

Train Stations in Emalahleni

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blackhill
Clewer
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Gas Stations in Emalahleni

32 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Astron Energy
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Engen
Sasol
Sasol
Sasol
Sasol
Sasol
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Shell
Shell
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Banks in Emalahleni

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ABSA
ABSA
Die Heuwel Nedbank

Shopping Malls in Emalahleni

4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ben Fleur
Highland Mews
Highveld Mall
KG Mall

Stadiums & Teams in Emalahleni

TeamLeagueDivision
Hoerskool Generaal Hertzog Stadium
Klarinet sports park

Airports Near Emalahleni

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ermelo AirportMedium Airport
Secunda AirportZECMedium Airport
Aeropark Zyn KraalSmall Airport
Arnot Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Bethal AirportSmall Airport
Blesbokfontain AirportSmall Airport
Delmas AirportSmall Airport
Devon AirportSmall Airport
Evander Landing Strip AirportSmall Airport
Groblersdal Kob AirportSmall Airport
Komati Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Kriel AirportSmall Airport
Middelburg AirportSmall Airport
Mooivlei AirportSmall Airport
New Largo AirportSmall Airport
Pietersrus AirportSmall Airport
Pullenshope Hendrina AirportSmall Airport
Rhino Park AirfieldSmall Airport
Sace AirportSmall Airport
Vanggatfontein AirportSmall Airport
Witbank AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Emalahleni

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Tasbet Park Post office

Treatment Centers in Emalahleni

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
health care

Churches & Religious Organizations in Emalahleni

24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Apostolic Faith Mission
Apostolic Faith Mission
Kairo's Household of Faith
Kairo's Household of Faith
living waters church
living waters church
New Coan Chapel
New Coan Chapel
New Life Church
New Life Church
NG Panorama
NG Panorama
Reformed - Church Ibanola
Reformed - Church Ibanola
St. Margaret's Anglican Church
St. Margaret's Anglican Church
The African Orthodox Church St. Peters
The African Orthodox Church St. Peters
The Chapel
The Chapel
The Church of Jesus Christ
The Church of Jesus Christ
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Area
164.3 km² (63.4 mi²)
Founded
1890
Postal Code
1035

Around Emalahleni

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 13
Hospitals 3
Pharmacies 3
Restaurants 2
Cafes 1
Supermarkets 10
Banks 3
Libraries 1
Parks 16
Places of Worship 3

🇿🇦 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 Emalahleni

What is the population of Emalahleni?

Emalahleni has a population of 373,403 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 5,888 people per square mile, spread across 63.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Emalahleni?

Emalahleni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches.

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