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Kriel Power Station, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

Kriel Power Station is a small town in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 1,939. Elevation: 5,302 ft (1,616 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

1,939 Population 2/sq mi density
5,302 ft Elevation 1,616 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
19.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Kriel Power Station

Kriel Power Station in Mpumalanga, South Africa, is a coal-fired power plant operated by Eskom. It is located about 4 km from Matla Power Station just outside the town of Kriel.

People

Population1,939
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation5,302 ft (1,616 m)
Population1,939
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,302 ft (1,616 m)
Coordinates-26.2747°, 29.1715°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation19.6 inches (497 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (1 cm)

About Kriel Power Station

Kriel Power Station is a small town in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 1,939. The city sits at an elevation of 5,302 feet (1,616 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Kriel Power Station enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,302 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above South Africa avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,302 ft (1,616 m)
Area991.5 sq mi (2,568.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-26.2747°N, 29.1715°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.6"
49% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.84"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

88 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.4 on Mar 31, 2024.

Jun 11, 2023 Gauteng, South Africa M4.9 101 km
Mar 1, 2019 6 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.9 137 km
Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 36 km
Aug 16, 2012 6 km ESE of Westonaria, South Africa M4.7 146 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 22 km
Apr 26, 1998 6 km SSW of Diepsloot, South Africa M4.5 123 km
Feb 20, 2018 7 km SSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.5 135 km
Mar 1, 1996 7 km E of Eden Glen, South Africa M4.4 94 km
Jan 23, 2018 4 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.4 135 km
Nov 18, 2013 8 km WSW of Johannesburg, South Africa M4.3 121 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km WNW of Orange Farm, South Africa M4.2 139 km
Jan 3, 1997 9 km NNW of Orange Farm, South Africa M4.2 136 km
Jul 22, 2023 8 km ENE of Westonaria, South Africa M4.2 144 km
Dec 18, 2009 5 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M4.2 96 km
Jul 30, 2021 12 km SE of Alberton, South Africa M4.2 95 km
Dec 24, 2000 11 km ESE of Alberton, South Africa M4.1 95 km
Oct 6, 1999 9 km WSW of Orange Farm, South Africa M4.1 142 km
Sep 15, 2001 10 km W of Orange Farm, South Africa M3.9 143 km
Oct 21, 2001 13 km W of Orange Farm, South Africa M3.9 145 km
Jun 13, 1991 6 km W of Randburg, South Africa M3.9 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
February 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
March 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.3 in Coldest
July 49°F (9°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.0 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
November 64°F (18°C) 4.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in

Kriel Power Station has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 48°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Kriel Power Station

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JOY GOSPEL RADIO international MP3 128 kbps

Gas Stations in Kriel Power Station

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZA #4897780921

Stadiums & Teams in Kriel Power Station

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Airports Near Kriel Power Station

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Secunda AirportZECMedium Airport
Aeropark Zyn KraalSmall Airport
Amersfoort AirportSmall Airport
Arnot Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Bethal AirportSmall Airport
Blesbokfontain AirportSmall Airport
Dasville AirportSmall Airport
Delmas AirportSmall Airport
Devon AirportSmall Airport
Dunnottar AirfieldSmall Airport
Evander Landing Strip AirportSmall Airport
Kitty Hawk AirportSmall Airport
Komati Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Kriel AirportSmall Airport
Lekoa AirstripSmall Airport
Middelburg AirportSmall Airport
Mooivlei AirportSmall Airport
New Largo AirportSmall Airport
Pietersrus AirportSmall Airport
Pullenshope Hendrina AirportSmall Airport
Rhino Park AirfieldSmall Airport
Sace AirportSmall Airport
Tutuka Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Vanggatfontein AirportSmall Airport
Witbank AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,552 m (5,092 ft)
Postal Code
2271

🇿🇦 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 Kriel Power Station

What is the population of Kriel Power Station?

Kriel Power Station has a population of 1,939 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 991.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kriel Power Station?

Kriel Power Station enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches.

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