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Migdol, South Africa

North West · South Africa

Migdol is a small town in North West, South Africa with a population of 4,224. Elevation: 4,416 ft (1,346 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,224 Population 2/sq mi density
4,416 ft Elevation 1,346 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
21.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Migdol

Migdol

Migdol, or migdal, is a Hebrew word which means either a tower, an elevated stage, or a raised bed. Physically, it can mean fortified land, i.e. a walled city or castle; or elevated land, as in a raised bed, like a platform, possibly a lookout.

People

Population4,224
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation4,416 ft (1,346 m)
Population4,224
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation4,416 ft (1,346 m)
Coordinates-26.9041°, 25.4524°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorth West
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation21.1 inches (535 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Migdol

Migdol is a small town in South Africa (North West) with a population of 4,224. The city sits at an elevation of 4,416 feet (1,346 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Migdol enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 298 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,416 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above South Africa avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,416 ft (1,346 m)
Area1,741.3 sq mi (4,510.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-26.9041°N, 25.4524°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.1"
45% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.90"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

390 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jul 10, 2025.

Aug 5, 2014 3 km ESE of Orkney, South Africa M5.4 125 km
Apr 3, 2017 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.2 134 km
Feb 10, 1997 5 km SSE of Orkney, South Africa M5.2 125 km
Nov 3, 1991 5 km SE of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.1 124 km
Jul 21, 1997 4 km W of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 116 km
May 27, 2002 4 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 125 km
Dec 1, 1991 2 km S of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 120 km
Mar 9, 2005 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.0 133 km
Mar 16, 2009 8 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 129 km
Jun 15, 2014 8 km E of Orkney, South Africa M4.9 130 km
Dec 11, 1997 7 km SSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 117 km
Sep 6, 2004 17 km WNW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 106 km
Jul 31, 2001 8 km SW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 115 km
Feb 17, 2005 13 km WSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 108 km
Nov 25, 1995 South Africa M4.9 126 km
Mar 23, 2002 9 km WSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.8 111 km
Nov 18, 1998 4 km SSW of Stilfontein, South Africa M4.8 129 km
Jul 10, 2025 7 km SE of Orkney, South Africa M4.8 127 km
Jul 17, 2022 14 km E of Orkney, South Africa M4.8 136 km
May 6, 2020 6 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M4.8 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
May 56°F (14°C) 0.6 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.2 in
July 46°F (8°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in
September 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in
December 73°F (23°C) 2.9 in

Migdol has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 46°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.1").

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Train Stations in Migdol

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Migdol

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vryburg AirportVRUMedium Airport
Almar Exclusive Game Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Bloemhof Airport-Small Airport
Buisfontein Airfield-Small Airport
Delareyville Airport-Small Airport
Lichtenburg Airport-Small Airport
Louwilla Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Ottosdal Airport-Small Airport
Schweizer Reneke Airport-Small Airport
Wolmeransstad Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
Geen

🇿🇦 About South Africa

Capital Pretoria
Population 57,779,622
Area 1,219,912 km²
GDP (USD) $381,440,724,491
GDP per capita $6,034
HDI 0.717
Life expectancy 66.1 years
Internet users 75.7%
Urban population 63.6%
Currency ZAR (Rand)
Languages Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Vend...
Calling code +27
TLD .za
Driving side left

Public Holidays in South Africa

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 21 Human Rights Day Human Rights Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Family Day Family Day
Apr 27 Freedom Day Freedom Day
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
Jun 16 Youth Day Youth Day
Aug 10 National Women's Day National Women's Day
Sep 24 Heritage Day Heritage Day
Dec 16 Day of Reconciliation Day of Reconciliation
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Day of Goodwill St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Migdol

What is the population of Migdol?

Migdol has a population of 4,224 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,741.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Migdol?

Migdol enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches.

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