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Phalaborwa, South Africa
Limpopo · South Africa
Phalaborwa is a large city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 109,468. Elevation: 1,427 ft (435 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Phalaborwa
Phalaborwa is a town in the Mopani District Municipality, Limpopo province, South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 109,468 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,427 ft (435 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.9430°, 31.1411° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Limpopo |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.5 inches (546 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Phalaborwa
Phalaborwa is a large city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 109,468. The city sits at an elevation of 1,427 feet (435 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Phalaborwa
Phalaborwa has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is Dec (27.5°C), the coldest is Jul (18.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 653 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.0°F |
| 33% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,427 ft (435 m) |
| Area | 3,722.9 sq mi (9,642.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -23.9430°N, 31.1411°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 3.7 in |
Phalaborwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Phalaborwa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mopani TVET college | College | - | , |
| Mopani TVET College | College | - | , |
| Sir Val Duncan Technical College | College | - | , |
Schools in Phalaborwa
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red School | - | - | - | - |
| Laerskool Phalaborwa Noord | - | - | - | - |
| Hoërskool Frans du Toit | - | - | - | - |
| Laerskool Phalaborwa | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Phalaborwa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Phalaborwa
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Phalaborwa
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Phalaborwa
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Phalaborwa
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Phalaborwa
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Phalaborwa
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Phalaborwa
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Phalaborwa
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Eastgate Airport / Air Force Base Hoedspruit | HDS | Medium Airport |
| Hendrik Van Eck Airport | PHW | 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 |
| 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 |
| Ingwelala | - | Small Airport |
| Jackalberry Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Khoka Moya Airport | KHO | Small Airport |
| Letaba Rest Camp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mica Village Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Motswari Airport | MWR | Small Airport |
| Ndlopfu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nederland Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngala Airport | NGL | Small Airport |
| Sandringham Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Satara (Singita Lebombo) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Selati Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tanda Tula Airport | TDT | Small Airport |
| Thorny Bush Game Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Umbabat Aero Camp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wild Rivers Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Zandspruit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Phalaborwa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Phalaborwa Post Office |
Quick Facts
Around Phalaborwa
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Phalaborwa
10 places within 15 km
- • Masorini Archaeological Site
- • Masorini
- • Shikumbu
- • Tshutshi
- • Vudogwa
- • Masorini Waterhole
- • Ngwenyeni
- • Ngwenyeni Waterhole Viewpoint
- • PMC viewpoint
- • Sable Dam Viewpoint
🇿🇦 About South Africa
Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Phalaborwa
What is the population of Phalaborwa?
Phalaborwa has a population of 109,468 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 3,722.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Phalaborwa?
Phalaborwa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.