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Lichtenburg, South Africa

North West · South Africa

Lichtenburg is a mid-size city in North West, South Africa with a population of 65,863. Elevation: 4,875 ft (1,486 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

65,863 Population 23/sq mi density
4,875 ft Elevation 1,486 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
23.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Lichtenburg

Lichtenburg

Lichtenburg is a small town situated in North West Province, South Africa. It is the administrative centre of Ditsobotla Local Municipality.

People

Population65,863
Density23/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain23.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Population65,863
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Coordinates-26.1520°, 26.1597°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorth West
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation23.6 inches (599 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lichtenburg

Lichtenburg is a mid-size city in South Africa (North West) with a population of 65,863. The city sits at an elevation of 4,875 feet (1,486 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Lichtenburg

Lichtenburg has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 618 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 126.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 82.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 87.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 79.4
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 14.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 1.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 13.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 34.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 85.1
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 88.1
Lichtenburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 71°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 23.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,875 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above South Africa avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Area2,883.4 sq mi (7,468.1 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates-26.1520°N, 26.1597°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.6"
38% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.65"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

868 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 M5.4 108 km
Apr 3, 2017 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.2 106 km
Feb 10, 1997 5 km SSE of Orkney, South Africa M5.2 111 km
Nov 3, 1991 5 km SE of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.1 99 km
Mar 9, 2005 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.0 105 km
Dec 1, 1991 2 km S of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 95 km
May 27, 2002 4 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 106 km
Jun 14, 2010 8 km NNW of Fochville, South Africa M5.0 134 km
Mar 16, 2009 8 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 107 km
Jul 21, 1997 4 km W of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 91 km
Feb 17, 2005 13 km WSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 93 km
Dec 11, 1997 7 km SSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 96 km
Sep 6, 2004 17 km WNW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 78 km
Nov 25, 1995 South Africa M4.9 102 km
Dec 5, 1998 9 km NNE of Fochville, South Africa M4.9 139 km
Jul 31, 2001 8 km SW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 96 km
Aug 6, 2000 8 km SSW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.9 146 km
Mar 7, 1992 14 km W of Fochville, South Africa M4.9 126 km
Jun 15, 2014 8 km E of Orkney, South Africa M4.9 111 km
Nov 18, 1998 4 km SSW of Stilfontein, South Africa M4.8 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
March 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.2 in
July 49°F (9°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in
September 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
October 67°F (20°C) 1.7 in
November 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in
December 71°F (21°C) 3.6 in

Lichtenburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 49°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Lichtenburg

Institution Type Founded Website
Taletso TVET College College - Visit →

Schools in Lichtenburg

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Laerskool Lichtenburg - - - -
Lichtenburg Primary School - - - -
J M Lekgetha Commecial High School - - - -
Phatsima Public School - - - -
Aanhouwen & Jusitia Koshuis - - - -
CVO Lichtenburg - - - -
M. K. Rampine Primary School - - - -
Yusuf Dadoo Memorial Primary School - - - -
Laerskool Burgersdorp - - - -
Lichtenburg English Secondary School - - - -
Thabo Mpempe Primary School - - - -
Legaethuto Public Primary School - - - -
Gaetsho Secondary School - - - -
Ditsobotla Public School - - - -
Shukran Primary School - - - -
Hoërskool Lichtenburg - - - -
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Museums in Lichtenburg

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Landbou
Lichtenburg Museum

Hotels in Lichtenburg

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Afsaal Guest Lodge
Scott's Manor

Restaurants in Lichtenburg

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Laguna Spur
Wimpy

Monuments in Lichtenburg

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Afrikaans
Groot Trek

Clinics in Lichtenburg

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Boikhutso Clinic
Disobotla

Dentists in Lichtenburg

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr Louw
Dr Swart

Veterinaries in Lichtenburg

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lichtenburg Dierehospitaal
State Vet

Train Stations in Lichtenburg

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Halfpad
Lichtenburg
Lottie

Gas Stations in Lichtenburg

15 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

4-way
Astron Energies
BP
BP
Caltex
Econo Petroleum
Engen
Engen
Shell
Total NWK
TotalEnergies
TotalEnergies
TotalEnergies
Truck Stop
ZA #9107404292

Banks in Lichtenburg

9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ABSA
ABSA
Capitec Bank
Capitec Bank
FNB
FNB
Land Bank
Nedbank
Standard Bank

Shopping Malls in Lichtenburg

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dada Centre
Lichtenburg Mall

Gyms in Lichtenburg

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Liggies High Performance Centre

Golf Courses in Lichtenburg

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lichtenburg Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Lichtenburg

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Lichtenburg

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mmabatho International AirportMBDMedium Airport
Morningside Farm Airport-Medium Airport
P C Pelser AirportKXEMedium Airport
Botsalano Airport-Small Airport
Delareyville Airport-Small Airport
Lichtenburg Airport-Small Airport
Manyani Game Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Ottosdal Airport-Small Airport
Slurry Airport-Small Airport
Ventersdorp Airport-Small Airport
Zeerust Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lichtenburg

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
APK
Christen Lewe
Die Kruis Gemeente
Gereformeerde Kerk Lichtenburg
Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk
NG Klipkerk
NG Moedergemeente
NG Sederpark
Uniting Reform Church

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,486 m (4,876 ft)
Founded
1873
Postal Code
2740

Around Lichtenburg

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 14
Hospitals 1
Pharmacies 4
Restaurants 2
Cafes 1
Bars 1
Supermarkets 7
Banks 10
Museums 2
Hotels 2
Police Stations 1
Fire Stations 1
Places of Worship 9

🇿🇦 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 Lichtenburg

What is the population of Lichtenburg?

Lichtenburg has a population of 65,863 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 2,883.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lichtenburg?

Lichtenburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°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 23.6 inches.

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