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Marikana, South Africa
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Marikana is a small city in North West, South Africa with a population of 23,389. Elevation: 3,839 ft (1,170 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Marikana
Marikana, also known as Rooikoppies, is a town in the Rustenburg Local Municipality, Bojanala Platinum District Municipality in the North West province of South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,389 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,839 ft (1,170 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.6990°, 27.4748° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | North West |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.7 inches (677 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Marikana
Marikana is a small city in South Africa (North West) with a population of 23,389. The city sits at an elevation of 3,839 feet (1,170 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Marikana
Marikana has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Nov (25°C), the coldest is Jul (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 609 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,839 ft (1,170 m) |
| Area | 1,501.7 sq mi (3,889.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -25.6990°N, 27.4748°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in |
Marikana has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 53°F in June to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Marikana
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tlhage Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Photsaneng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tlapa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Thekwana Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Marikana High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Marikana
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosveld Stereo | pop, rock | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Urban Fusion Radio | — | MP3 |
Hotels in Marikana
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Marikana
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Marikana
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffels Brewery | ||||
| Jomp Brewery |
Airports Near Marikana
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | Large Airport |
| Grand Central Airport | GCJ | Medium Airport |
| Morningside Farm Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Pilanesberg International Airport | NTY | Medium Airport |
| Rand Airport | QRA | Medium Airport |
| Rustenburg Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Swartkop Air Force Base | — | 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 |
| Brits Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carltonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Creek Aviation Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grasslands Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Haakdoornboom Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Krugersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mawala Airstrip | — | 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 |
| Ventersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zilkaats Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Marikana
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dr KPK Jogi | ||
| Maikane Medical Suites |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Marikana
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Photsaneng Lutheran Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Marikana?
Marikana has a population of 23,389 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 1,501.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Marikana?
Marikana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.