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Giyani, South Africa

Limpopo · South Africa

Giyani is a mid-size city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 37,024. Elevation: 1,588 ft (484 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

37,024 Population 4,917/sq mi density
1,588 ft Elevation 484 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
24.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Giyani

Giyani

Giyani is a town in the north-eastern part of the province of Limpopo, South Africa, and serves as the main place in the Greater Giyani Local Municipality.

People

Population37,024
Density4,917/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation1,588 ft (484 m)
Population37,024
Population Density4,917 / sq mi
Elevation1,588 ft (484 m)
Coordinates-23.3025°, 30.7187°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceLimpopo
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.1 inches (613 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Giyani

Giyani is a mid-size city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 37,024. The city sits at an elevation of 1,588 feet (484 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Giyani

Giyani has an average annual temperature of 22.9°C (73°F). The hottest month is Dec (26.8°C), the coldest is Jul (17.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 810 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.9°C / 79°F 16.1° / 37.4° 148.9
Feb 25.3°C / 78°F 16.5° / 36.2° 181.5
Mar 24.6°C / 76°F 15.6° / 36.7° 74.2
Apr 22.7°C / 73°F 13.1° / 35.8° 60.4
May 20.3°C / 69°F 10.9° / 32.7° 17.8
Jun 17.6°C / 64°F 7.9° / 31.9° 8.9
Jul 17.6°C / 64°F 6.6° / 32.3° 9.2
Aug 20.3°C / 69°F 9.5° / 37.6° 9.0
Sep 22.6°C / 73°F 9.6° / 39.9° 17.2
Oct 24.8°C / 77°F 12.2° / 41.5° 42.5
Nov 26.8°C / 80°F 15.3° / 41.8° 85.5
Dec 26.8°C / 80°F 15.9° / 41.2° 154.8
Giyani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,588 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average71.5°F
32% above South Africa avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,588 ft (484 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.5 km²)
Population Density4,917/sq mi
Coordinates-23.3025°N, 30.7187°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.1"
37% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.51"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.3 on Aug 16, 2021.

Feb 16, 2018 28 km WNW of Phalaborwa, South Africa M4.5 63 km
Jun 12, 2016 25 km WSW of Phalaborwa, South Africa M4.1 88 km
Aug 16, 2021 South Africa M3.3 49 km
Jun 23, 2018 31 km ESE of Lebowakgomo, South Africa M3.0 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 5.0 in Warmest
February 77°F (25°C) 5.5 in Wettest
March 76°F (24°C) 3.2 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.1 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
November 76°F (24°C) 3.2 in
December 78°F (26°C) 2.4 in

Giyani has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Giyani

Institution Type Founded Website
Giyani Education Multi-Purpose Centre College
LetabaTVET College College

Schools in Giyani

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kheto Nxumayo Agricultural High School
Khanyisa
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Gas Stations in Giyani

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Engen
Shell
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Stadiums & Teams in Giyani

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Airports Near Giyani

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hendrik Van Eck AirportPHWMedium Airport
Tzaneen AirportLTAMedium Airport
Avarel AirportSmall Airport
Giyani AirportGIYSmall Airport
Gravelotte AirportSmall Airport
Gravelotte Mine AirstripSmall Airport
Punda Maria(Malia) AirportSmall Airport
Selati AirstripSmall Airport
Shingwedzi Camp AirstripSmall Airport
Thohoyandou AirportTHYSmall Airport
Tshipise AirportTSDSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
484 m (1,588 ft)
Area
19.5 km² (7.5 mi²)
Founded
1903
Postal Code
0826

🇿🇦 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 Giyani

What is the population of Giyani?

Giyani has a population of 37,024 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4,917 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Giyani?

Giyani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches.

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