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Lothair, South Africa
Mpumalanga · South Africa
Lothair is a small city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 7,306. Elevation: 5,646 ft (1,721 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lothair
Lothair is a village located 65 kilometres (40 mi) northeast of Ermelo and 29 kilometres (18 mi) southeast of Chrissiesmeer, in the Msukaligwa Local Municipality in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa. Situated on the Bonny Brook in an area settled by Scottish immigrants, it was surveyed in 1878 and named after Lothair, the novel written by Benjamin Disraeli and published in 1870.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,306 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,646 ft (1,721 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.3894°, 30.4353° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Mpumalanga |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.9 inches (861 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lothair
Lothair is a small city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 7,306. The city sits at an elevation of 5,646 feet (1,721 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,646 ft (1,721 m) |
| Area | 2,492.3 sq mi (6,455.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.3894°N, 30.4353°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
Lothair has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 49°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Lothair
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laerskool Lothair | - | - | - | - |
Train Stations in Lothair
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lothair
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barberton Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Ermelo Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Amersfoort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Amsterdam Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arnot Power Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Belfast Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Carolina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Forel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Holbank Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Majuba Power Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mooivlei Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Msauli Airport | - | Small Airport |
| New Scotland Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Piet Retief Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Lothair?
Lothair has a population of 7,306 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,492.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lothair?
Lothair enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.