Piggs Peak, Eswatini
Hhohho Region · Eswatini
Piggs Peak is a small town in Hhohho Region, Eswatini with a population of 4,568. Elevation: 3,340 ft (1,018 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Piggs Peak
Piggs Peak is a town in northwestern Eswatini. It was founded around gold prospecting in 1884, but its main industry is now forestry. The Phophonyane Falls lie near the town. Piggs Peak Casino takes its name from the area.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,568 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,340 ft (1,018 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.9608°, 31.2467° |
| Timezone | Africa/Mbabane |
| Country | 🇸🇿 Eswatini |
| State / Province | Hhohho Region |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.9 inches (885 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Piggs Peak
Piggs Peak is a small town in Eswatini (Hhohho Region) with a population of 4,568. The city sits at an elevation of 3,340 feet (1,018 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Mbabane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above Eswatini avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,340 ft (1,018 m) |
| Area | 201.3 sq mi (521.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.9608°S, 31.2467°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Mbabane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 6.3 in |
Piggs Peak has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 54°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.3") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Piggs Peak
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIGG'S PEAK CENTRAL HIGH | - | - | - | - |
| Mhlatane High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Piggs Peak
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAYA FM 95.9 (ZA) | african, alternative | UNKNOWN | |
| Talk Radio 702 (ZA) | - | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Jacaranda (ZA) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RISE FM (ZA) | - | AAC | |
| Radio Laeveld (ZA) | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Piggs Peak
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barberton Museum | ||||
| Belhaven House Museum | ||||
| Bulembu Museum | ||||
| Fernlea House |
Hotels in Piggs Peak
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Piggs Peak
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Piggs Peak
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Piggs Peak
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Piggs Peak
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Piggs Peak
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| King Mswati III International Airport | SHO | Large Airport |
| Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport | MQP | Large Airport |
| Barberton Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Matsapha International Airport | MTS | Medium Airport |
| Amsterdam Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blackie Swart Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Komatipoort Airport | KOF | Small Airport |
| Malelane Airport | LLE | Small Airport |
| Mhlume Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Msauli Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nelspruit Airport | NLP | Small Airport |
| New Scotland Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Piggs Peak Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Riverside Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sappi / Ngodwana | - | Small Airport |
| Simunye Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siteki Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tambankulu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tshaneni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| White River Mercy Air | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Piggs Peak
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Barberton Makhonjwa World Heritage Site |
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Waterfalls Near Piggs Peak
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Piggs Peak.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Phophonyane Falls | |
| The Gap |
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What is the population of Piggs Peak?
Piggs Peak has a population of 4,568 residents and is located in Eswatini. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 201.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Piggs Peak?
Piggs Peak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.9 inches.
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