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Pienaarsrivier, South Africa

Limpopo · South Africa

Pienaarsrivier is a small town in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 2,272. Elevation: 3,438 ft (1,048 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

2,272 Population 4/sq mi density
3,438 ft Elevation 1,048 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
22.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Pienaarsrivier

Pienaarsrivier is a town some 70 km (43 mi) due north of Pretoria, north of the Pienaars River. The river is named after Petrus Gerhardus Jacobus Pienaar, born 26 February 1819 in George, Cape Colony, who trekked to the then Transvaal in 1858. He became a local pioneer farmer, and reputedly shot an elephant whilst hunting in the area. The Setswana name of this river is Moretele, from which the Moreletaspruit derives its name. The town Pienaarsrivier was established in 1908. Pienaarsrivier is located within Bela Bela Local Municipality and serves as a Trans Provincial Region that connects Limpopo, Mpumalanga and Gauteng.

People

Population2,272
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation3,438 ft (1,048 m)
Population2,272
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,438 ft (1,048 m)
Coordinates-25.2042°, 28.3011°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceLimpopo
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation22.5 inches (571 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pienaarsrivier

Pienaarsrivier is a small town in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 2,272. The city sits at an elevation of 3,438 feet (1,048 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Pienaarsrivier enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 295 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 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,438 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above South Africa avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,438 ft (1,048 m)
Area616.6 sq mi (1,596.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-25.2042°N, 28.3011°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.5"
41% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.06"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

152 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.4 on Mar 31, 2024.

Mar 1, 2019 6 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.9 130 km
Jun 11, 2023 Gauteng, South Africa M4.9 126 km
Aug 6, 2000 8 km SSW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.9 149 km
Dec 2, 2013 33 km SE of Modimolle, South Africa M4.8 44 km
Oct 28, 1995 10 km W of Westonaria, South Africa M4.7 146 km
Jul 13, 2000 9 km SW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.7 149 km
Aug 16, 2012 6 km ESE of Westonaria, South Africa M4.7 141 km
Feb 20, 2018 7 km SSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.5 134 km
Apr 26, 1998 6 km SSW of Diepsloot, South Africa M4.5 93 km
Feb 14, 1990 13 km NE of Carletonville, South Africa M4.5 144 km
Apr 15, 1992 4 km S of Brits, South Africa M4.4 74 km
Feb 25, 2015 8 km SSW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.4 149 km
Jan 23, 2018 4 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.4 129 km
Feb 7, 2017 7 km WNW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.4 142 km
Mar 1, 1996 7 km E of Eden Glen, South Africa M4.4 103 km
Nov 18, 2013 8 km WSW of Johannesburg, South Africa M4.3 118 km
May 13, 2014 10 km WSW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.3 149 km
Oct 26, 1993 18 km NNE of Carletonville, South Africa M4.3 141 km
Jul 20, 2005 4 km SSE of Westonaria, South Africa M4.3 144 km
Aug 5, 2006 10 km WSW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.3 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 74°F (24°C) 3.2 in
March 72°F (22°C) 2.8 in
April 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in
May 60°F (16°C) 0.5 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in
August 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
October 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 3.5 in
December 74°F (23°C) 4.0 in

Pienaarsrivier has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 54°F in June to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Pienaarsrivier

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pienaarsrivier Primary School
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Radio Stations near Pienaarsrivier

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bosveld Stereo pop, rock AAC 96 kbps
Harties FM 2000's, 60's MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Pienaarsrivier

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Visitors centre

Train Stations in Pienaarsrivier

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pienaarsrivier
Tokomane

Gas Stations in Pienaarsrivier

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Pienaarsrivier

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Airports Near Pienaarsrivier

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lanseria International AirportHLALarge Airport
Swartkop Air Force BaseMedium Airport
Waterkloof Air Force BaseWKFMedium Airport
Wonderboom AirportPRYMedium Airport
Aero 57 AirportSmall Airport
Aero Den AirportSmall Airport
Aeropark Zyn KraalSmall Airport
Aviators Paradise FieldSmall Airport
Blue Mountain Valley AirportSmall Airport
Bonwa Phala AirportSmall Airport
Brits AirportSmall Airport
Eagles Creek Aviation Estate AirportSmall Airport
Freeway AirportSmall Airport
Grasslands AirfieldSmall Airport
Haakdoornboom AirportSmall Airport
Hartebeespoortdam AirportSmall Airport
Kitty Hawk AirportSmall Airport
Mountain View Estate AirfieldSmall Airport
Nylstroom AirfieldSmall Airport
Rhino Park AirfieldSmall Airport
Rooiberg AirportSmall Airport
The Coves AirstripSmall Airport
Warmbaths AirportSmall Airport
Zebula AirstripSmall Airport
Zilkaats AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
0420

🇿🇦 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 Pienaarsrivier

What is the population of Pienaarsrivier?

Pienaarsrivier has a population of 2,272 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 616.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pienaarsrivier?

Pienaarsrivier enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches.

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