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Mpumalanga, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Mpumalanga is a large city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 140,121. Elevation: 2,333 ft (711 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga is one of the nine provinces of South Africa. The name means "East", or literally "The Place Where the Sun Rises" in the Nguni languages. Mpumalanga lies in eastern South Africa, bordering Eswatini and Mozambique. It shares borders with the South African provinces of Limpopo to the north, Gauteng to the west, the Free State to the southwest, and KwaZulu-Natal to the south. The capital is Mbombela.
People
Climate
| Population | 140,121 |
| Population Density | 108 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,333 ft (711 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.8129°, 30.6365° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.6 inches (879 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga is a large city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 140,121. The city sits at an elevation of 2,333 feet (711 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.9°C), the coldest is Jul (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1718 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,333 ft (711 m) |
| Area | 1,295.0 sq mi (3,353.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 108/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.8129°N, 30.6365°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 5.0 in |
Mpumalanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 56°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Mpumalanga
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Esihonqeni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Albini High School | — | — | — | — |
| Amatshezulu High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mpumalanga
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gagasi FM | — | UNKNOWN | |
| East Coast Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| East Coast Gold | decades | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Al-Ansaar Radio | community, islam | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Cassette Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Megazone South | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Namaste | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kakarela FM | news talk music | MP3 | |
| Underground Radio | underground | MP3 128 kbps | |
| uMgungundlovu FM 107.6 | community, education | UNKNOWN |
Museums in Mpumalanga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comrades Marathon House | ||||
| Station Master's House |
Libraries in Mpumalanga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil Renaud Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Christian Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterfall Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mpumalanga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shongweni Farmers and Craft Market |
Hotels in Mpumalanga
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mpumalanga
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mpumalanga
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mpumalanga
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mpumalanga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mpumalanga
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| King Shaka International Airport | DUR | Large Airport |
| Pietermaritzburg Airport | PZB | Medium Airport |
| Virginia Airport | VIR | Medium Airport |
| Alverstone Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ballito Bay (Dolphin Coast) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baynesfield Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greytown Airport | — | 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mpumalanga
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Methodist Church Thembalethu |
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Quick Facts
Around Mpumalanga
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mpumalanga
What is the population of Mpumalanga?
Mpumalanga has a population of 140,121 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 108 people per square mile, spread across 1,295.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mpumalanga?
Mpumalanga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.6 inches.