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Grootvlei, South Africa
Mpumalanga · South Africa
Grootvlei is a small city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 6,487. Elevation: 5,171 ft (1,576 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Grootvlei
Grootvlei, officially Thaba-Kgwali, is a town in Dipaleseng Local Municipality in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa. An old mining town, Grootvlei is located near the N3 road and on the R51 road, 5 km from Grootvlei Power Station.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,487 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,171 ft (1,576 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.7625°, 28.4838° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Mpumalanga |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (668 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Grootvlei
Grootvlei is a small city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 6,487. The city sits at an elevation of 5,171 feet (1,576 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.3°F |
| 12% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,171 ft (1,576 m) |
| Area | 1,170.1 sq mi (3,030.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.7625°N, 28.4838°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 4.0 in |
Grootvlei has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 48°F in June to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Grootvlei
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laerskool Grootvlei | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Grootvlei
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express-FM Digital | christian, christian blues | MP3 128 kbps |
Gas Stations in Grootvlei
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Grootvlei
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Grootvlei
35 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | Large Airport |
| Rand Airport | QRA | Medium Airport |
| Secunda Airport | ZEC | Medium Airport |
| Vereeniging Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baragwanath Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bierman Landgoed Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blesbokfontain Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brakpan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dasville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delmas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Devon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnottar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Evander Landing Strip Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Frankfort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grootbraai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Heidelburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Heilbron Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jim Fouche Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Klipriver Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kriel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Leeukop Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lekoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Panorama Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Petit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saffier Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Springs Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sun Valley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sunset Shores Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tedderfield Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Vaal Dam Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vanderbijlpark Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vanggatfontein Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villiers Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vrede Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Grootvlei
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nederduitse Gereformeerde Kerk - Grootvlei |
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12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Grootvlei?
Grootvlei has a population of 6,487 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,170.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Grootvlei?
Grootvlei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.