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eMbalenhle, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

eMbalenhle is a large city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 142,443. Elevation: 5,167 ft (1,575 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

142,443 Population 104/sq mi density
5,167 ft Elevation 1,575 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
19.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About eMbalenhle

eMbalenhle is a township in Govan Mbeki Local Municipality in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa.

People

Population142,443
Density104/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation5,167 ft (1,575 m)
Population142,443
Population Density104 / sq mi
Elevation5,167 ft (1,575 m)
Coordinates-26.5333°, 29.0667°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation19.6 inches (497 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (1 cm)

About eMbalenhle

eMbalenhle is a large city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 142,443. The city sits at an elevation of 5,167 feet (1,575 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in eMbalenhle

eMbalenhle has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Dec (20.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 621 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.6°C / 69°F 8.9° / 32.6° 105.3
Feb 20.2°C / 68°F 9.7° / 32.1° 97.8
Mar 19.3°C / 67°F 9.4° / 31.2° 51.5
Apr 15.8°C / 60°F 5° / 27.9° 62.6
May 12.6°C / 55°F 0.8° / 24.9° 13.1
Jun 8.9°C / 48°F -2.2° / 22.8° 6.6
Jul 8.6°C / 48°F -3.9° / 23.1° 8.5
Aug 12.5°C / 54°F -1.4° / 27.3° 2.7
Sep 16.7°C / 62°F 2.7° / 31.5° 20.4
Oct 19.2°C / 67°F 4.6° / 34.3° 51.9
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 8.6° / 33.8° 77.7
Dec 20.8°C / 69°F 9.2° / 34° 123.4
eMbalenhle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,167 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above South Africa avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,167 ft (1,575 m)
Area1,370.1 sq mi (3,548.5 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates-26.5333°N, 29.0667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.6"
49% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.72"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

126 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.4 on Mar 31, 2024.

Jun 11, 2023 Gauteng, South Africa M4.9 93 km
Mar 1, 2019 6 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.9 129 km
Aug 6, 2000 8 km SSW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.9 147 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 14 km
Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 14 km
Aug 16, 2012 6 km ESE of Westonaria, South Africa M4.7 137 km
Jul 13, 2000 9 km SW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.7 149 km
Mar 24, 2016 16 km ESE of Fochville, South Africa M4.6 141 km
Mar 28, 2018 6 km E of Fochville, South Africa M4.6 150 km
Aug 21, 2014 18 km W of Orange Farm, South Africa M4.5 138 km
Apr 26, 1998 6 km SSW of Diepsloot, South Africa M4.5 124 km
Feb 20, 2018 7 km SSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.5 126 km
Jun 29, 2018 13 km SSW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.5 144 km
Jan 28, 2016 14 km ESE of Fochville, South Africa M4.5 143 km
Jan 23, 2018 4 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.4 128 km
Jul 25, 2017 14 km E of Fochville, South Africa M4.4 143 km
Mar 1, 1996 7 km E of Eden Glen, South Africa M4.4 94 km
Feb 25, 2015 8 km SSW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.4 146 km
Jun 28, 2018 16 km E of Fochville, South Africa M4.3 141 km
Aug 31, 2019 11 km E of Fochville, South Africa M4.3 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
March 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
May 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
July 49°F (9°C) 0.3 in
August 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.0 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
November 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in

eMbalenhle has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 48°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in eMbalenhle

Institution Type Founded Website
Gert Sibande FET College - Evander Campus 3 reviews College

Schools in eMbalenhle

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sizwakele Secondary School
Thorisong Primary School
Thomas Nhlabathi Secondary School
Maphala-Gulube Primary School
Mbalenhle Primary School
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Gas Stations in eMbalenhle

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Engen

Shopping Malls in eMbalenhle

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mall @ Emba

Stadiums & Teams in eMbalenhle

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Airports Near eMbalenhle

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Secunda AirportZECMedium Airport
Aeropark Zyn KraalSmall Airport
Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) AirportSmall Airport
Arnot Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Bapsfontein AirportSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Bethal AirportSmall Airport
Bierman Landgoed AirstripSmall Airport
Blesbokfontain AirportSmall Airport
Dasville AirportSmall Airport
Delmas AirportSmall Airport
Devon AirportSmall Airport
Dunnottar AirfieldSmall Airport
Evander Landing Strip AirportSmall Airport
Fly Inn EstateSmall Airport
Grootbraai AirportSmall Airport
Heidelburg AirportSmall Airport
Jim Fouche Resort AirportSmall Airport
Kitty Hawk AirportSmall Airport
Komati Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Kriel AirportSmall Airport
Lekoa AirstripSmall Airport
Majuba Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Microland Flight ParkSmall Airport
Mooivlei AirportSmall Airport
New Largo AirportSmall Airport
Petit AirportSmall Airport
Pietersrus AirportSmall Airport
Pullenshope Hendrina AirportSmall Airport
Rhino Park AirfieldSmall Airport
Sace AirportSmall Airport
Springs AirfieldSmall Airport
Tutuka Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Vanggatfontein AirportSmall Airport
Villiers AirportSmall Airport
Witbank AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,575 m (5,168 ft)
Postal Code
2285

Around eMbalenhle

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 4
Supermarkets 1

🇿🇦 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 eMbalenhle

What is the population of eMbalenhle?

eMbalenhle has a population of 142,443 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 104 people per square mile, spread across 1,370.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in eMbalenhle?

eMbalenhle 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 49°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches.

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