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Mbombela, South Africa
Mpumalanga · South Africa
Mbombela is a large city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 110,159. Elevation: 2,159 ft (658 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
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About Mbombela
Mbombela, formerly Nelspruit, is a city in northeastern South Africa. It is the capital of the Mpumalanga province. Located on the Crocodile River, the city lies about 110 km (68 mi) by road west of the Mozambique border, 330 km (210 mi) east of Johannesburg and 82 km (51 mi) north of the Eswatini border. Mbombela was one of the host cities of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
People
Climate
| Population | 110,159 |
| Population Density | 3,929 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,159 ft (658 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.4751°, 30.9694° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Mpumalanga |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.8 inches (782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mbombela
Mbombela is a large city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 110,159. The city sits at an elevation of 2,159 feet (658 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Mbombela
Mbombela has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is Dec (24.9°C), the coldest is Jun (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 850 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,159 ft (658 m) |
| Area | 28.0 sq mi (72.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,929/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -25.4751°N, 30.9694°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in |
Mbombela has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 59°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Mbombela
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Africa School of Missions | College | — | — |
| CTU | College | — | — |
| Ehlanzeni TVET College | College | — | — |
| Petra College | College | — | — |
| Petra Institute | College | — | — |
| Tshwane University of Technology | University | — | Visit → |
| University of Mpumalanga | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Mbombela
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelspruit Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lowveld High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hoërskool Bergvlam | — | — | — | — |
| Valencia Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Calvary Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool Laeveld | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool Nelspruit | — | — | — | — |
| Nelsville School | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool Bergland | — | — | — | — |
| St Peters Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Penryn College | — | — | — | — |
| Curro Nelspruit | — | — | — | — |
| Curro Mbombela | — | — | — | — |
| Nelspruit Hoërskool | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mbombela
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAYA FM 95.9 | african, alternative | UNKNOWN | |
| Talk Radio 702 | — | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Jacaranda | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RISE FM | — | AAC | |
| Radio Laeveld | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Mbombela
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Hayes Memorial |
Libraries in Mbombela
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Mbombela
10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mbombela
19 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mbombela
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Mbombela
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Mbombela
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Mbombela
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mbombela
8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mbombela
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Mbombela
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mbombela
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mbombela
5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mbombela
21 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mbombela
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Mbombela
8 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mbombela
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Mbombela
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mbombela
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mbombela
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport | MQP | Large Airport |
| Barberton Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Malamala Airport | AAM | Medium Airport |
| Skukuza Airport | SZK | Medium Airport |
| Arathusa Safari Lodge Airport | ASS | Small Airport |
| Blackie Swart Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gowrie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hazyview Airport | HZV | Small Airport |
| Inyati Airport | INY | 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 |
| Msauli Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nelspruit Airport | NLP | Small Airport |
| Othawa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Piggs Peak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pilgrims Rest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Riverside Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sabi Sabi Airport | GSS | Small Airport |
| Sappi / Ngodwana | — | Small Airport |
| Singita Safari Lodge Airport | SSX | Small Airport |
| Tshaneni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ulusaba Airport | ULX | Small Airport |
| White River Mercy Air | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mbombela
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nelspruit | |
| Nelspruit post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mbombela
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AFM | |
| Afrikaanse Protestantse Kerk | |
| Assembley of God | |
| Christ Sela Ministries | |
| Church Unlimited | |
| Full Gospel Church of God | |
| Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk van Afrika | |
| Nelspruit Bible Church | |
| Nelspruit Methodist Church | |
| Nelspruit Mosque | |
| NG Kerk Nelspruit | |
| NG Westergloed | |
| PPK | |
| St Peters | |
| St. Michael's Parish | |
| Volle Evangelies |
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Quick Facts
Around Mbombela
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Mbombela?
Mbombela has a population of 110,159 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3,929 people per square mile, spread across 28.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mbombela?
Mbombela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches.