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Musina, South Africa

Limpopo · South Africa

Musina is a mid-size city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 51,132. Elevation: 1,772 ft (540 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

51,132 Population 16/sq mi density
1,772 ft Elevation 540 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
18.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Musina

Musina, also known as Messina, is the northernmost town in the Limpopo province of South Africa. It is located near the confluence of the Limpopo River with the Sand River and the border to Zimbabwe with a population of between 20,000 and 40,000. Iron ore, coal, magnetite, graphite, asbestos, diamonds, semi-precious stones and copper are mined in the region.

People

Population51,132
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,772 ft (540 m)
Population51,132
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation1,772 ft (540 m)
Coordinates-22.3488°, 30.0407°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceLimpopo
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation18.5 inches (470 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Musina

Musina is a mid-size city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 51,132. The city sits at an elevation of 1,772 feet (540 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Musina

Musina has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 299 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 57.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 57.6
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 25.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 7.6
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 8.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 8.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 32.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 48.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 44.5
Musina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 18.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,772 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average72.8°F
35% above South Africa avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,772 ft (540 m)
Area3,190.9 sq mi (8,264.5 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates-22.3488°N, 30.0407°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.5"
51% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.90"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in
March 78°F (25°C) 1.9 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
October 76°F (24°C) 1.2 in
November 78°F (26°C) 2.7 in
December 80°F (26°C) 3.0 in

Musina has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 62°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Musina

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Beit Bridge

Hotels in Musina

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Backpackers' Lodge
Ilala Country Lodge
Munati B&B
Old Mine Guesthouse

Restaurants in Musina

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nando's
Wimpy

Train Stations in Musina

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beit Bridge
Kamkusi
Musina

Gas Stations in Musina

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Engen
Sasol
Shell
Shell
Truck Stop

Shopping Malls in Musina

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Musina Mall

Golf Courses in Musina

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Musina golf club

Airports Near Musina

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alldays Safaris AirportSmall Airport
Avarel AirportSmall Airport
Beitbridge AirportSmall Airport
Bergtop AirportSmall Airport
Louis Trichardt AirportLCDSmall Airport
Musina(Messina) AirportMEZSmall Airport
Thohoyandou AirportTHYSmall Airport
Tshipise AirportTSDSmall Airport
Venetia Mine AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Musina

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
hERVORMDE kERK mESSINA

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Founded
1968
Postal Code
0900

🇿🇦 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 Musina

What is the population of Musina?

Musina has a population of 51,132 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 3,190.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Musina?

Musina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches.

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