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Mpophomeni, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa

Mpophomeni is a mid-size city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 30,830. Elevation: 3,619 ft (1,103 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

30,830 Population 40/sq mi density
3,619 ft Elevation 1,103 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
37.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Mpophomeni

Mpophomeni is a town in Umgungundlovu District Municipality in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa.

People

Population30,830
Density40/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation3,619 ft (1,103 m)
Population30,830
Population Density40 / sq mi
Elevation3,619 ft (1,103 m)
Coordinates-29.5682°, 30.1862°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation37.0 inches (940 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.9 inches (2 cm)

About Mpophomeni

Mpophomeni is a mid-size city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 30,830. The city sits at an elevation of 3,619 feet (1,103 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Mpophomeni

Mpophomeni has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.6°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 867 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.5°C / 69°F 15.3° / 25.7° 143.4
Feb 20.6°C / 69°F 15.4° / 25.9° 113.1
Mar 19.8°C / 68°F 13.9° / 25.6° 97.3
Apr 16.9°C / 62°F 10.6° / 23.2° 44.1
May 14.3°C / 58°F 6.8° / 21.8° 24.2
Jun 11.9°C / 53°F 3.6° / 20.1° 11.9
Jul 11.6°C / 53°F 3.5° / 19.6° 19.1
Aug 13.6°C / 56°F 5.8° / 21.5° 15.6
Sep 15.9°C / 61°F 9.1° / 22.7° 27.5
Oct 16.6°C / 62°F 11° / 22.2° 93.4
Nov 18.2°C / 65°F 12.6° / 23.8° 114.1
Dec 19.8°C / 68°F 14.4° / 25.1° 163.7
Mpophomeni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 37.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,619 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above South Africa avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,619 ft (1,103 m)
Area766.5 sq mi (1,985.2 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates-29.5682°N, 30.1862°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.0"
3% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.9"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.47"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 6, 2016.

Jun 16, 2015 19 km ESE of Sundumbili, South Africa M4.3 143 km
Jul 26, 1991 10 km NNW of Port Shepstone, South Africa M3.8 123 km
Jan 9, 1994 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa M3.7 12 km
Feb 6, 2016 South Africa M3.7 53 km
Oct 11, 1993 45 km ESE of Ekuvukeni, South Africa M3.3 120 km
Aug 21, 1990 27 km ESE of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M3.1 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 5.5 in Wettest
February 69°F (20°C) 4.9 in Warmest
March 67°F (20°C) 4.5 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
May 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in
June 53°F (11°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 49°F (10°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
November 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in
December 67°F (20°C) 5.2 in

Mpophomeni has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 49°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Mpophomeni

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Zamuthule Primary School - - - -
Qhamukile Primary School - - - -
Sifisesihle Primary School - - - -
Mpophomeni High School - - - -
Asibemunye High School - - - -
Ngcedomhlophe High School - - - -
Mqhathi Primary School - - - -
Zuzulwazi Secondary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mpophomeni

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Kakarela FM news talk music MP3
uMgungundlovu FM 107.6 community, education UNKNOWN

Museums in Mpophomeni

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Comrades Marathon House
Nelson Mandela Capture Site – Visitor Center and Museum
Voortreker

Libraries in Mpophomeni

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cecil Renaud Library0.0
Christian Library0.0
Hilton College Library0.0
Hilton Library0.0
Howick Library0.0
Msunduzi Municipal Library, Bessie Head Library0.0
Msunduzi Municipal Library, Bessie Head Library0.0
TWC Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Mpophomeni

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farm Stall At The Rotunda
Farmer's Market
Karkloof Farmers Market

Train Stations in Mpophomeni

7 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elandskop
Gezubuso
Hemuhemu
KwaDlozi
KwaGuzu
Munywini
Taylor's

Gas Stations in Mpophomeni

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sasol
Sasol
ZA #1395442449
ZA #5097537755

Stadiums & Teams in Mpophomeni

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mpophomeni

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pietermaritzburg AirportPZBMedium Airport
Alverstone Airfield-Small Airport
Baynesfield Estate Airport-Small Airport
Clan Airport-Small Airport
El Mirador Airport-Small Airport
Estcourt Airport-Small Airport
Glen Grey Airport-Small Airport
Glenside Airfield-Small Airport
Greytown Airport-Small Airport
Himeville Airfield-Small Airport
Howick Airport-Small Airport
New Hanover Airport-Small Airport
Scottburg Airport-Small Airport
Scottburgh Airfield-Small Airport
Siteka Airport-Small Airport
The Grange Airport-Small Airport
Treverton College Airstrip-Small Airport
Underberg Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,103 m (3,619 ft)
Postal Code
3290

🇿🇦 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 Mpophomeni

What is the population of Mpophomeni?

Mpophomeni has a population of 30,830 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 766.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mpophomeni?

Mpophomeni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches.

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