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Machadodorp, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

Machadodorp is a small city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 10,712. Elevation: 5,138 ft (1,566 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

10,712 Population 5/sq mi density
5,138 ft Elevation 1,566 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
32.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Machadodorp

Machadodorp

Machadodorp, also known by its official name eNtokozweni, is a small town situated on the N4 national highway, near the edge of the escarpment in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa. The Elands River runs through the town. There is a natural radioactive spring here that is reputed to have powerful healing qualities.

People

Population10,712
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain32.6 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation5,138 ft (1,566 m)
Population10,712
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation5,138 ft (1,566 m)
Coordinates-25.6688°, 30.2497°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation32.6 inches (828 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Machadodorp

Machadodorp is a small city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 10,712. The city sits at an elevation of 5,138 feet (1,566 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Machadodorp

Machadodorp has an average annual temperature of 15.2°C (59°F). The hottest month is Nov (19.3°C), the coldest is Jul (8.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 926 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.7°C / 66°F 8.5° / 28.8° 165.7
Feb 18.3°C / 65°F 8.9° / 27.8° 170.1
Mar 17.4°C / 63°F 8.5° / 27.6° 91.9
Apr 14.7°C / 58°F 4.7° / 25.5° 71.2
May 12.2°C / 54°F 1.4° / 23.6° 34.8
Jun 8.7°C / 48°F -2.3° / 21.3° 12.0
Jul 8.6°C / 48°F -3.2° / 22.1° 9.8
Aug 12°C / 54°F -0.8° / 26.2° 4.3
Sep 15.6°C / 60°F 2.6° / 30.3° 21.7
Oct 18°C / 64°F 4° / 32.7° 59.3
Nov 19.3°C / 67°F 8.2° / 32° 100.6
Dec 19.2°C / 67°F 8.5° / 31.3° 184.8
Machadodorp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 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 32.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,138 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above South Africa avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,138 ft (1,566 m)
Area2,340.4 sq mi (6,061.6 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-25.6688°N, 30.2497°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.6"
14% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.94"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 25, 2022.

Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 149 km
Jul 7, 2013 43 km WSW of Nelspruit, South Africa M4.6 33 km
Feb 7, 2000 22 km NW of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M4.5 94 km
Jul 1, 2019 36 km W of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M3.7 94 km
May 30, 2008 18 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.6 109 km
Mar 19, 1993 20 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.3 109 km
Jun 25, 2022 29 km E of Delmas, South Africa M2.9 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 5.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in
March 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
April 60°F (15°C) 1.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in
August 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
October 62°F (16°C) 3.2 in
November 63°F (17°C) 5.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 5.4 in

Machadodorp has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 50°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Machadodorp

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sikhulile Secondary School
Dumezizweni Primary School
Emakhazeni Boarding School
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Radio Stations near Machadodorp

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Machadodorp

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bergendal Anglo-Boer war memorial

Cafes in Machadodorp

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Seattle Coffee

Train Stations in Machadodorp

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dalmanutha
Fairview
Machadodorp

Gas Stations in Machadodorp

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Astron Energy
BP
ZA #683048980

Airports Near Machadodorp

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barberton AirportMedium Airport
Arnot Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Belfast AerodromeSmall Airport
Blackie Swart AirportSmall Airport
Carolina AirportSmall Airport
Forel AirportSmall Airport
Kudu Private Nature ReserveSmall Airport
Lydenburg AirportSmall Airport
Mooivlei AirportSmall Airport
Nelspruit AirportNLPSmall Airport
New Scotland AirportSmall Airport
Pullenshope Hendrina AirportSmall Airport
Sappi / NgodwanaSmall Airport
Walkersons FieldSmall Airport
White River Mercy AirSmall Airport

Post Offices in Machadodorp

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Machadodorp

Churches & Religious Organizations in Machadodorp

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Machado NG Kerk

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,550 m (5,086 ft)
Postal Code
1170

🇿🇦 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 Machadodorp

What is the population of Machadodorp?

Machadodorp has a population of 10,712 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 2,340.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Machadodorp?

Machadodorp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches.

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