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Nkowakowa, South Africa
Limpopo · South Africa
Nkowakowa is a mid-size city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 51,350. Elevation: 1,916 ft (584 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Nkowakowa
Nkowankowa is a township in the Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality of the Mopani District Municipality in the Limpopo province of South Africa. It is home to soccer development team called Nkowankowa Barcelona FC and Ritavi cross warriors athletics club.
People
Climate
| Population | 51,350 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,916 ft (584 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.8878°, 30.2871° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Limpopo |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.2 inches (666 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nkowakowa
Nkowakowa is a mid-size city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 51,350. The city sits at an elevation of 1,916 feet (584 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Nkowakowa
Nkowakowa has an average annual temperature of 19.6°C (67°F). The hottest month is Dec (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 788 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.1°F |
| 30% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,916 ft (584 m) |
| Area | 1,597.2 sq mi (4,136.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -23.8878°N, 30.2871°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 4.4 in |
Nkowakowa has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 60°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Nkowakowa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Letaba FET College - Maake Campus | College | — | — |
| Tivumbeni College | College | — | — |
| Tzaneen FET College | College | — | — |
Schools in Nkowakowa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laerskool Dr. Annecke | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nkowakowa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Nkowakowa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modjadjiskloof Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tzaneen Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Nkowakowa
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Nkowakowa
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nkowakowa
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nkowakowa
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nkowakowa
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tzaneen Airport | LTA | Medium Airport |
| Askari Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blyde Canyon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boulders Game Ranch 2 (Microlight) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boulders Game Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Egnep Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Garonga Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Giyani Airport | GIY | Small Airport |
| Gravelotte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gravelotte Mine Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hippo Pools Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hoedspruit Civil Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Makhado Air Force Base Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mica Village Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Selati Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wild Rivers Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zandspruit Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nkowakowa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Letsitele Post Office |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Nkowakowa
3 places within 15 km
- • Ka-Khuweni
- • Maimele
- • Mmanopi
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Nkowakowa?
Nkowakowa has a population of 51,350 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 1,597.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nkowakowa?
Nkowakowa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches.