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Itekeng, South Africa

North West · South Africa

Itekeng is a small city in North West, South Africa with a population of 6,740. Elevation: 4,554 ft (1,388 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,740 Population 2/sq mi density
4,554 ft Elevation 1,388 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
23.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Itekeng

Biesiesvlei is a settlement in Ditsobotla Local Municipality in the North West province of South Africa.

People

Population6,740
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation4,554 ft (1,388 m)
Population6,740
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation4,554 ft (1,388 m)
Coordinates-26.3593°, 25.9069°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorth West
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation23.5 inches (598 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Itekeng

Itekeng is a small city in South Africa (North West) with a population of 6,740. The city sits at an elevation of 4,554 feet (1,388 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Itekeng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 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 23.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,554 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above South Africa avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,554 ft (1,388 m)
Area2,883.4 sq mi (7,468.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-26.3593°N, 25.9069°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.5"
38% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

602 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jul 10, 2025.

Aug 5, 2014 3 km ESE of Orkney, South Africa M5.4 106 km
Apr 3, 2017 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.2 108 km
Feb 10, 1997 5 km SSE of Orkney, South Africa M5.2 108 km
Nov 3, 1991 5 km SE of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.1 99 km
Dec 1, 1991 2 km S of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 95 km
Jul 21, 1997 4 km W of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 90 km
Mar 16, 2009 8 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 107 km
Mar 9, 2005 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.0 107 km
May 27, 2002 4 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 105 km
Jul 31, 2001 8 km SW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 93 km
Jun 15, 2014 8 km E of Orkney, South Africa M4.9 110 km
Sep 6, 2004 17 km WNW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 76 km
Nov 25, 1995 South Africa M4.9 102 km
Dec 11, 1997 7 km SSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 94 km
Feb 17, 2005 13 km WSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 89 km
Mar 7, 1992 14 km W of Fochville, South Africa M4.9 145 km
Mar 23, 2002 9 km WSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.8 88 km
Nov 18, 1998 4 km SSW of Stilfontein, South Africa M4.8 103 km
Jul 10, 2025 7 km SE of Orkney, South Africa M4.8 111 km
May 6, 2020 6 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M4.8 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in
March 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
April 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.2 in
July 49°F (10°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in
November 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in

Itekeng has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 49°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.1").

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Restaurants in Itekeng

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Biekiesvlei

Train Stations in Itekeng

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gerdau

Gas Stations in Itekeng

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Itekeng

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mmabatho International AirportMBDMedium Airport
Delareyville Airport-Small Airport
Lichtenburg Airport-Small Airport
Manyani Game Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Orkney Airport-Small Airport
Ottosdal Airport-Small Airport
Slurry Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Itekeng

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
APK Biesiesvlei
Biesiesvlei NG Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
2755

🇿🇦 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 Itekeng

What is the population of Itekeng?

Itekeng has a population of 6,740 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,883.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Itekeng?

Itekeng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches.

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