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Magaliesburg, South Africa
Gauteng · South Africa
Magaliesburg is a small city in Gauteng, South Africa with a population of 7,623. Elevation: 4,751 ft (1,448 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Magaliesburg
Magaliesburg is a small town situated below the Witwatersrand mountain range in Gauteng, South Africa. The Magaliesberg mountain range is north and visible from town, hence the name "Magaliesburg". The mountains themselves are named after Kgosi Môgale Wa Môgale, a MoTswana chief of the BaPô ba Mogale clan. Burg is the Afrikaans name for Town and berg means mountain.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,623 |
| Population Density | 1,725 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,751 ft (1,448 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.9936°, 27.5562° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Gauteng |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.1 inches (689 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Magaliesburg
Magaliesburg is a small city in South Africa (Gauteng) with a population of 7,623. The city sits at an elevation of 4,751 feet (1,448 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,751 ft (1,448 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,725/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -25.9936°N, 27.5562°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in |
Magaliesburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 51°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Magaliesburg
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laerskool Hekpoort | — | — | — | — |
| Doornbosch Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Hoërskool Bekker | — | — | — | — |
| Bekker Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Magaliesburg Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mphe-Thuto Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bekker Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Doornbosch Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool Hekpoort | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Magaliesburg
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosveld Stereo | pop, rock | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Jozi FM (HiFi aac) | — | AAC | |
| Hot 102.7 FM Club | — | AAC | |
| Mzansi FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 919 | — | AAC | |
| salaammedia | humanitarian, islam | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Urban Fusion Radio | — | MP3 |
Museums in Magaliesburg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum. The Tumulus building | ||||
| Sterkfontein Caves | ||||
| Sterkfontein Caves |
Libraries in Magaliesburg
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azaadville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lusaka Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Randgate Branch Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Magaliesburg
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Air Market |
Hotels in Magaliesburg
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Magaliesburg
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Magaliesburg
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Magaliesburg
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Magaliesburg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jomp Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Magaliesburg
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Bob van Reenen Stadium |
Airports Near Magaliesburg
37 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | Large Airport |
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | Large Airport |
| Grand Central Airport | GCJ | Medium Airport |
| Morningside Farm Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Pilanesberg International Airport | NTY | Medium Airport |
| Potchefstroom Airport | PCF | Medium Airport |
| Rand Airport | QRA | Medium Airport |
| Rustenburg Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Swartkop Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Vereeniging Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Waterkloof Air Force Base | WKF | Medium Airport |
| Wonderboom Airport | PRY | Medium Airport |
| Aero 57 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aero Den Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aviators Paradise Field | — | Small Airport |
| Baragwanath Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Beestekraal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Mountain Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brakpan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brits Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carltonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Creek Aviation Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Freeway Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grasslands Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Haakdoornboom Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Klipriver Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Krugersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Estate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Orient Glider Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panorama Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Gorge Estate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sun Valley Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tedderfield Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| The Coves Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vanderbijlpark Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ventersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zilkaats Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Magaliesburg
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ampath - Krugersdorp Bell street | ||
| Ampath - Krugersdorp Bell street | ||
| Greenvillage Clinic | ||
| Lancet Laboratories - Bell street Clinic | ||
| Lancet Labratories Covid 19 Testing Site | ||
| Medicross Medical Centre Krugersdorp |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Magaliesburg
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| yfc |
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What is the population of Magaliesburg?
Magaliesburg has a population of 7,623 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1,725 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Magaliesburg?
Magaliesburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches.