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Klerksdorp, South Africa
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Klerksdorp is a large city in North West, South Africa with a population of 227,039. Elevation: 4,324 ft (1,318 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Klerksdorp
Klerksdorp is located in the North West Province, South Africa. Klerksdorp is located 165 km (103 mi) southeast of Mahikeng, the provincial capital. Klerksdorp was also the first capital of the then Transvaal Republic and used to be the home of the first Stock Exchange in the region. It became an important trading town linking Kimberley to Johannesburg. It became home to a mix of farmers, miners and immigrants servicing the two industries. It was then located there because of availability of water and climate change.
People
Climate
| Population | 227,039 |
| Population Density | 143 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,324 ft (1,318 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.8521°, 26.6667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | North West |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.4 inches (594 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Klerksdorp
Klerksdorp is a large city in South Africa (North West) with a population of 227,039. The city sits at an elevation of 4,324 feet (1,318 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Klerksdorp
Klerksdorp has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.3°C), the coldest is Jul (9.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 520 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 294 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,324 ft (1,318 m) |
| Area | 1,589.4 sq mi (4,116.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 143/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.8521°N, 26.6667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in |
Klerksdorp has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 50°F in June to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Klerksdorp
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centurion Acadamy Coolage | College | — | — |
| La Hoff primary school | College | — | — |
Schools in Klerksdorp
31 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laerskool Saamtrek | — | — | — | — |
| Hoërskool Schoonspruit | — | — | — | — |
| Chris Hani Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mofatlhosi Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Thea Morafe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanana primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool President | — | — | — | — |
| Hoërskool Klerksdorp | — | — | — | — |
| Driefonteine Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Are-Fadimeheng Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Alabama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Keurhof school | — | — | — | — |
| Technical High School Klerksdorp | — | — | — | — |
| Roosheuwil primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Lofdal Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Milner High | — | — | — | — |
| Wesvalia Hoerskool | — | — | — | — |
| Wesvalia Hoerskool | — | — | — | — |
| Hoërskool Schoonspruit | — | — | — | — |
| Chris Hani Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mofatlhosi Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Thea Morafe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool President | — | — | — | — |
| Hoërskool Klerksdorp | — | — | — | — |
| Are-Fadimeheng Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Alabama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Keurhof school | — | — | — | — |
| Technical High School Klerksdorp | — | — | — | — |
| Roosheuwil primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Milner High | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool Saamtrek | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Klerksdorp
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Klerksdorp
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goud koppie musem | ||||
| Goudkop Museum | ||||
| Klerksdorp Museum |
Libraries in Klerksdorp
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stilfontein Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Klerksdorp
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Klerksdorp
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Klerksdorp
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Klerksdorp
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Klerksdorp
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Klerksdorp
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Klerksdorp
34 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Klerksdorp
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Klerksdorp
5 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Klerksdorp
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Klerksdorp
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Klerksdorp
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Klerksdorp
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| P C Pelser Airport | KXE | Medium Airport |
| Potchefstroom Airport | PCF | Medium Airport |
| Anton Fourie Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Appleby Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Balkfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buisfontein Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Carltonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fraaiuitzicht Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hendrik Potgieter Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lichtenburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orkney Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ottosdal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ventersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wolmeransstad Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Klerksdorp
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Courier guy | |
| Courier guy | |
| Postnet Flamwood | |
| Postnet Flamwood | |
| Skye Couriers | |
| Skye Couriers | |
| Wilkoppies post office | |
| Wilkoppies post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Klerksdorp
28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AGS Chrisma | |
| AGS Chrisma | |
| AGS Eagle's Nest | |
| AGS nuwe lewe | |
| Herlewings sentrum | |
| Hervormde kerk More ster | |
| Hervormde kerk More ster | |
| methodist church | |
| methodist church | |
| Nederduich Hervormde Kerk | |
| Nederduitsch Hervormde kerk Wilkoppies | |
| Nederduitsch Hervormde kerk Wilkoppies | |
| NG Kerk | |
| NG kerk | |
| NG kerk | |
| NG kerk | |
| NG kerk | |
| NG Kerk | |
| NGK kerk Klerksdorp noord | |
| NGK kerk Klerksdorp noord |
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Quick Facts
Around Klerksdorp
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 Klerksdorp
What is the population of Klerksdorp?
Klerksdorp has a population of 227,039 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 143 people per square mile, spread across 1,589.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Klerksdorp?
Klerksdorp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.4 inches.