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Nthabalala, South Africa

Limpopo · South Africa

Nthabalala is a small city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 5,969. Elevation: 3,533 ft (1,077 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,969 Population 2/sq mi density
3,533 ft Elevation 1,077 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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People

Population5,969
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation3,533 ft (1,077 m)
Population5,969
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,533 ft (1,077 m)
Coordinates-23.2196°, 29.9927°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceLimpopo
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (822 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nthabalala

Nthabalala is a small city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 5,969. The city sits at an elevation of 3,533 feet (1,077 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Nthabalala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 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 32.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,533 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above South Africa avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,533 ft (1,077 m)
Area3,349.2 sq mi (8,674.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-23.2196°N, 29.9927°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.02"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.3 on Aug 16, 2021.

Feb 16, 2018 28 km WNW of Phalaborwa, South Africa M4.5 115 km
Jun 12, 2016 25 km WSW of Phalaborwa, South Africa M4.1 134 km
Aug 16, 2021 South Africa M3.3 80 km
Jun 23, 2018 31 km ESE of Lebowakgomo, South Africa M3.0 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in Warmest, Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 6.0 in
March 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in
May 62°F (17°C) 0.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in
September 65°F (19°C) 1.0 in
October 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
November 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
December 72°F (22°C) 4.9 in

Nthabalala has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 57°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.5").

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Gas Stations in Nthabalala

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Engen

Shopping Malls in Nthabalala

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elim Shopping Centre

Airports Near Nthabalala

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Polokwane International AirportPTGLarge Airport
Pietersburg Municipal Airport-Medium Airport
Tzaneen AirportLTAMedium Airport
Alldays Safaris Airport-Small Airport
Avarel Airport-Small Airport
Bergtop Airport-Small Airport
Dendron Airport-Small Airport
Giyani AirportGIYSmall Airport
Gravelotte Airport-Small Airport
Gravelotte Mine Airstrip-Small Airport
Louis Trichardt AirportLCDSmall Airport
Makhado Air Force Base Airport-Small Airport
Thohoyandou AirportTHYSmall Airport
Tshipise AirportTSDSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg

🇿🇦 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 Nthabalala

What is the population of Nthabalala?

Nthabalala has a population of 5,969 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,349.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nthabalala?

Nthabalala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches.

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