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Mankweng, South Africa
Limpopo · South Africa
Mankweng is a mid-size city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 49,480. Elevation: 4,252 ft (1,296 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mankweng
Mankweng, also called Turfloop, is a township in Capricorn District Municipality in the Limpopo province of South Africa, and home to the University of Limpopo. It is a university township. Mankweng or Turfloop is also the de facto name for the neighbourhoods surrounding the township and the university, though relatively small to the likes of Grahamstown. It is located about 27Â km east of Polokwane on the R71 road to Moria and Tzaneen.
People
Climate
| Population | 49,480 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,252 ft (1,296 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.8838°, 29.7056° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Limpopo |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.6 inches (827 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mankweng
Mankweng is a mid-size city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 49,480. The city sits at an elevation of 4,252 feet (1,296 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Mankweng
Mankweng has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.8°C), the coldest is Jul (12.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 485 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,252 ft (1,296 m) |
| Area | 1,572.1 sq mi (4,071.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -23.8838°N, 29.7056°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 5.3 in |
Mankweng has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 52°F in June to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Mankweng
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hwiti High School | - | - | - | - |
| Good Choice School of Morality | - | - | - | - |
| Mountain View Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mankweng
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ThobelaFM | - | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Libraries in Mankweng
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haenertsburg Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Mankweng
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mankweng
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mankweng
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mankweng
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mankweng
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Mankweng
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Mankweng
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polokwane Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Mankweng
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mankweng
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Polokwane International Airport | PTG | Large Airport |
| Pietersburg Municipal Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Tzaneen Airport | LTA | Medium Airport |
| Dendron Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Egnep Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Makhado Air Force Base Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ranch Motel Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Mankweng
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Wound Clinic Polokwane |
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12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Mankweng?
Mankweng has a population of 49,480 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 1,572.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mankweng?
Mankweng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches.