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Marite, South Africa
Mpumalanga · South Africa
Marite is a small city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 8,657. Elevation: 2,008 ft (612 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Marite
Driefontein, also known as Saul Mkhizeville is a village in Gert Sibande District Municipality in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa. It has changed its name to Mkhizeville after Saul Mkhize who was shot and killed by the apartheid police for organising a peacefull march against forceful removals.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,657 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,008 ft (612 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.9716°, 31.1125° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Mpumalanga |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.9 inches (1,292 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Marite
Marite is a small city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 8,657. The city sits at an elevation of 2,008 feet (612 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.9°F |
| 9% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,008 ft (612 m) |
| Area | 4,225.4 sq mi (10,943.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.9716°N, 31.1125°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 5.9 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 49°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 5.4 in |
Marite has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 49°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.1") and August the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near Marite
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacaranda | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RISE FM | - | AAC | |
| Radio Laeveld | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Marite
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khulani Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Marite
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Sensation |
Airports Near Marite
38 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport | MQP | Large Airport |
| Barberton Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Eastgate Airport / Air Force Base Hoedspruit | HDS | Medium Airport |
| Malamala Airport | AAM | Medium Airport |
| Skukuza Airport | SZK | Medium Airport |
| Arathusa Safari Lodge Airport | ASS | Small Airport |
| Blackie Swart Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blyde Canyon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buffelshoek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gowrie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hazyview Airport | HZV | Small Airport |
| Hoedspruit Civil Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Inyati Airport | INY | Small Airport |
| Jackalberry Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Khoka Moya Airport | KHO | Small Airport |
| Kudu Private Nature Reserve | - | Small Airport |
| Londolozi Airport | LDZ | Small Airport |
| Londolozi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lydenburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malelane Airport | LLE | Small Airport |
| Nederland Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nelspruit Airport | NLP | Small Airport |
| Ngala Airport | NGL | Small Airport |
| Othawa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pilgrims Rest Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Riverside Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabi Sabi Airport | GSS | Small Airport |
| Sandringham Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sappi / Ngodwana | - | Small Airport |
| Satara (Singita Lebombo) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Singita Safari Lodge Airport | SSX | Small Airport |
| Tanda Tula Airport | TDT | Small Airport |
| Thorny Bush Game Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ulusaba Airport | ULX | Small Airport |
| Umbabat Aero Camp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| White River Mercy Air | - | Small Airport |
| Wild Rivers Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Zandspruit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Marite
What is the population of Marite?
Marite has a population of 8,657 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,225.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Marite?
Marite enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches.