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Potchefstroom, South Africa
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Potchefstroom is a large city in North West, South Africa with a population of 178,285. Elevation: 4,380 ft (1,335 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Potchefstroom
Potchefstroom, known colloquially as Potch, is an academic city in the North West Province of South Africa. It hosts the Potchefstroom Campus of North-West University. Potchefstroom is situated on the Mooi River, approximately 120 km (75 mi) west-southwest of Johannesburg and 45 km (28 mi) east-northeast of Klerksdorp.
People
Climate
| Population | 178,285 |
| Population Density | 2,507 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,380 ft (1,335 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.7167°, 27.1000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | North West |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.2 inches (614 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Potchefstroom
Potchefstroom is a large city in South Africa (North West) with a population of 178,285. The city sits at an elevation of 4,380 feet (1,335 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Potchefstroom
Potchefstroom has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,380 ft (1,335 m) |
| Area | 71.1 sq mi (184.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,507/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.7167°N, 27.1000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.8 in |
Potchefstroom has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 50°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Potchefstroom
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| North West University | University | — | — |
| NWU | University | — | — |
| Potchefstroom College of Agriculture | College | — | — |
| SA Police Services - Mounted Academy | College | — | — |
| University of South Africa Potchefstroom | University | — | Visit → |
| Vuselela TVET College | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Potchefstroom
34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tlokwe Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Tshupane Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| B. A. Seobi Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ikalafeng Special School | — | — | — | — |
| Nanogang Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bright Beginnings Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tshepo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Boitirelo Public Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Boitshoko High School | — | — | — | — |
| Phaladi Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Resolofetse Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Lesego Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Blue Ribbon Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Madibeng Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Ditaelong Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Seiphemelo Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hoër Volkskool Potchefstroom | — | — | — | — |
| Potchefstroom High School for Boys | — | — | — | — |
| NWU Conservatory | — | — | — | — |
| Tegniese Hoerskool | — | — | — | — |
| Ferdinand Postma High School | — | — | — | — |
| Potchefstroom Gimnasium | — | — | — | — |
| Equilibria School of Life | — | — | — | — |
| Keotshepile Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dan Tloome Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Potchefstroom Central Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool Mooirivier | — | — | — | — |
| Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool Ballie Park | — | — | — | — |
| ML Fick Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Potchefstroom Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Potch Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Botoka Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Thembalidanisi Primary | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Potchefstroom
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President Pretorius Museum |
Libraries in Potchefstroom
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferdinand Postma-biblioteek | 0.0 | |||||
| Ipeleng Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Potchefstroom Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Potchefstroom
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Potchefstroom
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Potchefstroom
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Potchefstroom
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Potchefstroom
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Potchefstroom
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Potchefstroom
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Potchefstroom
5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Potchefstroom
20 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Potchefstroom
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Potchefstroom
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Potchefstroom
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Potchefstroom
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Potchefstroom
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| P C Pelser Airport | KXE | Medium Airport |
| Potchefstroom Airport | PCF | Medium Airport |
| Appleby Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Balkfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baragwanath Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Carltonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fraaiuitzicht Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hendrik Potgieter Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Koppies Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Krugersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orient Glider Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orkney Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Parys Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saffier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Star Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vanderbijlpark Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ventersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Potchefstroom
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Berlin Mission Church | |
| Cathedral of the Resurrection | |
| Die Volle Evangelie Kerk | |
| Duet Church | |
| EG Kerk | |
| Hervormde kerk Die Wilge | |
| Holy Tbernacle Ministrries | |
| Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk | |
| NG Kerk | |
| NG Kerk | |
| NG Kerk | |
| NG Kerk | |
| NG Kerk | |
| NG Kerk - Mooirivier | |
| NG Kerk Miederpark | |
| Reformed Church Potchefstroom Oos | |
| St. John's |
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Around Potchefstroom
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Potchefstroom
1 places within 15 km
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Potchefstroom
What is the population of Potchefstroom?
Potchefstroom has a population of 178,285 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2,507 people per square mile, spread across 71.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Potchefstroom?
Potchefstroom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.2 inches.