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Paulpietersburg, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Paulpietersburg is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 13,123. Elevation: 3,694 ft (1,126 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Paulpietersburg
Paulpietersburg is a small town in KZN, South Africa. It was established in 1888 and was then part of the Transvaal Republic. It was named after then President Paul Kruger and Voortrekker hero Piet Joubert.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,123 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,694 ft (1,126 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.4243°, 30.8169° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.9 inches (912 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Paulpietersburg
Paulpietersburg is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 13,123. The city sits at an elevation of 3,694 feet (1,126 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Paulpietersburg
Paulpietersburg has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is Dec (21°C), the coldest is Jul (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 825 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,694 ft (1,126 m) |
| Area | 846.7 sq mi (2,193.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.4243°N, 30.8169°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
Paulpietersburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 53°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.1") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Paulpietersburg
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paulpietersburg Primere School | — | — | — | — |
| Broodspruit Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Paulpietersburg
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Paulpietersburg
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Paulpietersburg
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Paulpietersburg
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Battlefields Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Itala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kubuta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nhlangano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Piet Retief Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Utrecht Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vryheid Airport | VYD | Small Airport |
| Wakkerstroom Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paulpietersburg
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Paulpietersburg?
Paulpietersburg has a population of 13,123 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 846.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paulpietersburg?
Paulpietersburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.