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Lebowakgomo, South Africa

Limpopo · South Africa

Lebowakgomo is a mid-size city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 42,040. Elevation: 3,366 ft (1,026 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

42,040 Population 16/sq mi density
3,366 ft Elevation 1,026 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
25.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Lebowakgomo

Lebowakgomo is the seat of the Lepelle-Nkumpi Local Municipality and was the capital of the former Bantustan of Lebowa. Lebowakgomo lies 45 km (28 mi) southeast of the Limpopo capital of Polokwane. The majority of Lebowakgomo's inhabitants speak SePedi.

People

Population42,040
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation3,366 ft (1,026 m)
Population42,040
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation3,366 ft (1,026 m)
Coordinates-24.3146°, 29.5008°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceLimpopo
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation25.8 inches (655 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lebowakgomo

Lebowakgomo is a mid-size city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 42,040. The city sits at an elevation of 3,366 feet (1,026 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Lebowakgomo

Lebowakgomo has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is Nov (25.2°C), the coldest is Jun (14°C). Average annual precipitation is 556 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.5°C / 76°F 13.7° / 36.2° 108.0
Feb 24°C / 75°F 14° / 35.7° 103.9
Mar 23.3°C / 74°F 13.3° / 36.1° 46.7
Apr 20.6°C / 69°F 10.1° / 33.1° 45.5
May 17.5°C / 64°F 6.4° / 29.6° 14.3
Jun 14°C / 57°F 2.9° / 28.4° 2.8
Jul 14.1°C / 57°F 0.5° / 28.2° 2.6
Aug 17.7°C / 64°F 4.1° / 33.3° 1.6
Sep 21.2°C / 70°F 7° / 36.6° 5.4
Oct 23.5°C / 74°F 9.6° / 39.2° 33.5
Nov 25.2°C / 77°F 12.7° / 39.2° 72.5
Dec 25.2°C / 77°F 13.6° / 39° 119.5
Lebowakgomo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 289 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 25.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,366 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above South Africa avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,366 ft (1,026 m)
Area2,635.4 sq mi (6,825.7 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates-24.3146°N, 29.5008°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.8"
32% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.3 on Aug 16, 2021.

Dec 2, 2013 33 km SE of Modimolle, South Africa M4.8 113 km
Feb 16, 2018 28 km WNW of Phalaborwa, South Africa M4.5 150 km
Jun 12, 2016 25 km WSW of Phalaborwa, South Africa M4.1 147 km
Feb 12, 1993 47 km WSW of Siyabuswa, South Africa M3.4 136 km
Aug 16, 2021 South Africa M3.3 126 km
Jun 23, 2018 31 km ESE of Lebowakgomo, South Africa M3.0 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 4.4 in Warmest
February 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in
March 69°F (21°C) 2.8 in
April 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in Coldest
July 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 58°F (15°C) 0.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
October 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
November 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in
December 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in Wettest

Lebowakgomo has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 54°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Lebowakgomo

Institution Type Founded Website
Waterberg TVET College Lebowakgomo College

Schools in Lebowakgomo

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rusplaas Christian Model School
Mamaolo Primary School
S.J Van der Merwe Technical High School
Dr. Dixon Mphahlele Primary School
Eureka Primary School
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Radio Stations near Lebowakgomo

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ThobelaFM AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Lebowakgomo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
African Renaissance Museum - Masoga

Libraries in Lebowakgomo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Seleteng Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lebowakgomo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Informal Market place

Hotels in Lebowakgomo

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chuene Resort

Restaurants in Lebowakgomo

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CHICKEN LICKEN LEBOWAKGOMO

Bus Stations in Lebowakgomo

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kopano Bus Service

Gas Stations in Lebowakgomo

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Astron Energy
Engen
Engen
Mamaolo Q4 Fuel Petrol Station
Podungwane
Shell
Total

Shopping Malls in Lebowakgomo

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mall@Lebo

Stadiums & Teams in Lebowakgomo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Lebowakgomo

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Polokwane International AirportPTGLarge Airport
Pietersburg Municipal AirportMedium Airport
Lavino AirportSmall Airport
Marble Hall AirportSmall Airport
Ranch Motel AirportSmall Airport
Winterveldt Mine AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lebowakgomo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ZCC Star Podungwane

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,161 m (3,809 ft)
Postal Code
0737

🇿🇦 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 Lebowakgomo

What is the population of Lebowakgomo?

Lebowakgomo has a population of 42,040 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 2,635.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lebowakgomo?

Lebowakgomo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches.

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