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Fochville, South Africa
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Fochville is a mid-size city in North West, South Africa with a population of 62,416. Elevation: 4,849 ft (1,478 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Fochville
Fochville is a farming and mining town located in the Gauteng province of South Africa. It is part of the Merafong City Local Municipality, which also includes Kokosi, Carletonville and Khutsong.
The area surrounding Fochville contains Sotho or Tswana ruins. Tlokwe Ruins are the remains of Sotho-Tswana settlements on the hills surrounding Fochville that were inhabited until the 1820s. Boer War hero Danie Theron was killed 5 km north of the town. The town itself was established as an agricultural centre in 1920 and was named after the World War I commander-in-chief of the Allied forces in France, Marshal of France Ferdinand Foch.
People
Climate
| Population | 62,416 |
| Population Density | 84 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,849 ft (1,478 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.4886°, 27.4939° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | North West |
| 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 Fochville
Fochville is a mid-size city in South Africa (North West) with a population of 62,416. The city sits at an elevation of 4,849 feet (1,478 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.
Climate in Fochville
Fochville has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (9.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 547 mm.
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 | 4,849 ft (1,478 m) |
| Area | 739.4 sq mi (1,915.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 84/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.4886°N, 27.4939°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 | 69°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 4.4 in |
Fochville has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 48°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Fochville
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenspark Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Fochville High School | — | — | — | — |
| Fochville Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wedela Technical School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Fochville
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jozi FM (HiFi aac) | — | AAC |
Train Stations in Fochville
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fochville
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Fochville
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | 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 |
| Appleby Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baragwanath Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Mountain Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carltonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Creek Aviation Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grasslands Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Klipriver Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Krugersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leeukop Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Estate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Orient Glider Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panorama Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Parys Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saffier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Gorge Estate 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 |
| Ventersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Fochville
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in South Africa
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Fochville
What is the population of Fochville?
Fochville has a population of 62,416 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 84 people per square mile, spread across 739.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fochville?
Fochville 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.