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Laersdrift, South Africa

Limpopo · South Africa

Laersdrift is a small town in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 2,657. Elevation: 4,793 ft (1,461 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,657 Population 1/sq mi density
4,793 ft Elevation 1,461 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
29.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Laersdrift

Laersdrift

Laersdrift is a small settlement in Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality in the Limpopo province of South Africa. It is situated on the Laersdrifspruit, a tributary of the upper Steelpoort River, 27 km southwest of Roossenekal, 72 km northeast of Middelburg and 11 km north east of Stoffberg.

People

Population2,657
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation4,793 ft (1,461 m)
Population2,657
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,793 ft (1,461 m)
Coordinates-25.3653°, 29.8569°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceLimpopo
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation29.8 inches (757 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Laersdrift

Laersdrift is a small town in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 2,657. The city sits at an elevation of 4,793 feet (1,461 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Laersdrift enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 29.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,793 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above South Africa avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,793 ft (1,461 m)
Area2,340.4 sq mi (6,061.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-25.3653°N, 29.8569°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.8"
22% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 25, 2022.

Dec 2, 2013 33 km SE of Modimolle, South Africa M4.8 134 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 144 km
Jul 7, 2013 43 km WSW of Nelspruit, South Africa M4.6 79 km
Feb 7, 2000 22 km NW of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M4.5 146 km
Jul 1, 2019 36 km W of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M3.7 143 km
May 30, 2008 18 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.6 101 km
Feb 12, 1993 47 km WSW of Siyabuswa, South Africa M3.4 129 km
Mar 19, 1993 20 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.3 100 km
Jun 23, 2018 31 km ESE of Lebowakgomo, South Africa M3.0 123 km
Jun 25, 2022 29 km E of Delmas, South Africa M2.9 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 5.8 in Warmest, Wettest
February 67°F (19°C) 4.2 in
March 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
May 56°F (13°C) 0.7 in
June 51°F (10°C) 0.4 in Coldest
July 51°F (10°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
November 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in
December 66°F (19°C) 4.9 in

Laersdrift has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 51°F in June to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Laersdrift

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Laersdrif combined school - - - -
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Radio Stations near Laersdrift

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JOY GOSPEL RADIO international MP3 128 kbps

Gas Stations in Laersdrift

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Laersdrift

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arnot Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Belfast Aerodrome-Small Airport
Benics Airport-Small Airport
Benics Airport-Small Airport
Carolina Airport-Small Airport
Forel Airport-Small Airport
Groblersdal Kob Airport-Small Airport
Komati Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Kudu Private Nature Reserve-Small Airport
Lavino Airport-Small Airport
Lydenburg Airport-Small Airport
Marble Hall Airport-Small Airport
Middelburg Airport-Small Airport
Pullenshope Hendrina Airport-Small Airport
Sace Airport-Small Airport
Walkersons Field-Small Airport
Winterveldt Mine Airport-Small Airport
Witbank Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Laersdrift

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Laersdrift AP Kerk
Roossenekal NG Kerk

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,474 m (4,836 ft)
Postal Code
1065

🇿🇦 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 Laersdrift

What is the population of Laersdrift?

Laersdrift has a population of 2,657 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,340.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Laersdrift?

Laersdrift enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches.

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