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Poortje, South Africa
Gauteng · South Africa
Poortje is a small city in Gauteng, South Africa with a population of 13,362. Elevation: 5,079 ft (1,548 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Poortje
Modderfontein is a small town on the East Rand of Gauteng, South Africa. It began as a mining town adjacent to the Mud River, hence its name which is Afrikaans for "mud spring" or "fountain". It is located in the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, adjacent to Kempton Park in the neighbouring City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,362 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,079 ft (1,548 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.4595°, 27.7673° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Gauteng |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.7 inches (551 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.1 inches (0 cm) |
About Poortje
Poortje is a small city in South Africa (Gauteng) with a population of 13,362. The city sits at an elevation of 5,079 feet (1,548 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Poortje
Poortje has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (9.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 547 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,079 ft (1,548 m) |
| Area | 870.1 sq mi (2,253.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.4595°N, 27.7673°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in |
Poortje has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 47°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Poortje
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fred Norman Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ennerdale Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint George Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Odin Park Primer Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Motheo Foundation Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Stanley Ramoba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lawley Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Spectrum Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Poortje
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jozi FM (HiFi aac) | — | AAC | |
| Radio Veritas | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Jacaranda FM | smooth | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hot 102.7 FM Club | — | AAC | |
| Mzansi FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 919 | — | AAC | |
| salaammedia | humanitarian, islam | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Poortje
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartheid Museum | ||||
| Credo Mutwa Cultural Village | ||||
| Credo Mutwa Cultural Village | ||||
| Credo Mutwa Cultural Village | ||||
| Crush Museum | ||||
| Hector Pieterson Museum | ||||
| Hector Pieterson Museum | ||||
| Hector Pieterson Museum | ||||
| Mandela House | ||||
| Mandela House | ||||
| Mandela House | ||||
| Stephenson Photo Museum | ||||
| Stephenson Photo Museum | ||||
| Train Museum | ||||
| Vaal Teknorama |
Libraries in Poortje
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extension 1 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lehae Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenasia Ext 3 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenasia Ext 3 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naturena Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naturena Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orange Farm Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orlando East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orlando East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orlando East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pimvilee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pimvilee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stephenson Library | 0.0 |
Clinics in Poortje
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Poortje
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Poortje
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Poortje
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Hani Stadium | ||
| Dobsonville Stadium | ||
| Dobsonville Stadium | ||
| George Thabe Stadium | ||
| Lenasia Cricket Stadium | ||
| Lenasia Soccer Stadium | ||
| Orlando Amstel Arena | ||
| Orlando Amstel Arena | ||
| Soweto Cricket Oval |
Airports Near Poortje
44 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | Large Airport |
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | Large Airport |
| Grand Central Airport | GCJ | Medium Airport |
| Potchefstroom Airport | PCF | Medium Airport |
| Rand Airport | QRA | Medium Airport |
| Swartkop Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Vereeniging Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Waterkloof Air Force Base | WKF | Medium Airport |
| Aero 57 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aero Den Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bapsfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baragwanath Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bierman Landgoed Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Mountain Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brakpan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carltonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dasville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dunnottar Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Creek Aviation Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fly Inn Estate | — | Small Airport |
| Grasslands Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Heidelburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jim Fouche Resort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kitty Hawk Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Klipriver Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Krugersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leeukop Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Microland Flight Park | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Estate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Orient Glider Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panorama Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Parys Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Petit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saffier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Gorge Estate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Springs Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Star Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sun Valley Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sunset Shores Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tedderfield Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| The Coves Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vaal Dam Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vanderbijlpark Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Poortje
10 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Barney Molokoane Clinic | ||
| DaruShifa | ||
| Freeway Surgery | ||
| Gold Reef City Theme Park - Clinic | ||
| Greenvillage Clinic | ||
| Lancet Labarotories Covid-19 Testing Site | ||
| Lenasia Renal Centre | ||
| Nishtara Recovery and Wellness Centre | ||
| Shanty Clinic | ||
| Shanty Clinic |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Poortje?
Poortje has a population of 13,362 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 870.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Poortje?
Poortje enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches.