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Rayton, South Africa

Gauteng · South Africa

Rayton is a small town in Gauteng, South Africa with a population of 4,812. Elevation: 4,875 ft (1,486 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,812 Population 1/sq mi density
4,875 ft Elevation 1,486 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
19.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Rayton

Rayton is a town in North-Eastern Gauteng which started out as a tin shack mining town on the farm Elandshoek. During its boom days the town served the needs of thousands of diggers and prospectors working for the Schiller, Montrose and Dunmore mining companies. A mini diamond rush sparked by Sir Thomas Cullinan's discovery of a kimberlite diamond pipe nearby is what caused the town to boom.

People

Population4,812
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Population4,812
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Coordinates-25.7392°, 28.5334°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceGauteng
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation19.5 inches (496 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rayton

Rayton is a small town in South Africa (Gauteng) with a population of 4,812. The city sits at an elevation of 4,875 feet (1,486 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Rayton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,875 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above South Africa avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Area3,281.7 sq mi (8,499.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-25.7392°N, 28.5334°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.5"
49% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.04"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

569 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.4 on May 22, 2024.

Jun 14, 2010 8 km NNW of Fochville, South Africa M5.0 130 km
Dec 5, 1998 9 km NNE of Fochville, South Africa M4.9 125 km
Mar 7, 1992 14 km W of Fochville, South Africa M4.9 146 km
Aug 6, 2000 8 km SSW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.9 118 km
Jun 11, 2023 Gauteng, South Africa M4.9 75 km
Mar 1, 2019 6 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.9 95 km
Mar 7, 2019 6 km E of Fochville, South Africa M4.8 128 km
Dec 2, 2013 33 km SE of Modimolle, South Africa M4.8 90 km
Aug 16, 2012 6 km ESE of Westonaria, South Africa M4.7 107 km
Oct 9, 2009 7 km NW of Fochville, South Africa M4.7 134 km
Apr 6, 1993 3 km NW of Carletonville, South Africa M4.7 134 km
Sep 25, 1997 1 km SE of Carletonville, South Africa M4.7 133 km
Oct 28, 1995 10 km W of Westonaria, South Africa M4.7 119 km
Jul 13, 2000 9 km SW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.7 118 km
Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 95 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 89 km
Mar 21, 2002 14 km W of Fochville, South Africa M4.6 145 km
Mar 28, 2018 6 km E of Fochville, South Africa M4.6 128 km
Aug 31, 2014 14 km WSW of Carletonville, South Africa M4.6 147 km
Mar 24, 2016 16 km ESE of Fochville, South Africa M4.6 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
February 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in
March 67°F (20°C) 3.4 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
June 52°F (11°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
October 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
November 67°F (20°C) 4.5 in
December 69°F (20°C) 4.6 in

Rayton has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 52°F in June to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Rayton

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lesedi Secondary - - - -
Kutumela Molefe Primary - - - -
Mahlasedi - Masana Primary School - - - -
Viva Foundation - - - -
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Radio Stations near Rayton

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ukhozi FM S.A - AAC+ 48 kbps
Pretoria FM - AAC
GrootFM - AAC
Radio Veritas - AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Pulpit - AAC
Jacaranda FM smooth MP3 128 kbps
Hot 102.7 FM Club - AAC
Mzansi FM - MP3 192 kbps
919 - AAC
Tuks FM alternative, rock AAC
Harties FM 2000's, 60's MP3 320 kbps
KM RADIO - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Rayton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kleinfontein Volksmuseum
Pioneer
Pioneer
Sammy Marks
Willem Prinsloo Agricultural Museum

Libraries in Rayton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Glenstantia Library0.0
Rayton Library0.0
SOMAFCO Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rayton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers' Market
Mashamba Fruit Market

Hotels in Rayton

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Farm Inn

Restaurants in Rayton

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Casablanca Manor
Diamond Hill
Die Boskombuis
Owl's Nest

Cafes in Rayton

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Maria Koffie & Spa Maria

Monuments in Rayton

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Battle of Diamond Hill
Battle of Diamond Hill / Donkerhoek
Bloed Rivier

Clinics in Rayton

5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Phomolong Clinic
Rayton Public Clinic
Tswane ward 100
Tswane ward 40
ZA #13377191324

Train Stations in Rayton

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Greenview
Mamelodi Gardens
Pienaarspoort
Rayton

Bus Stations in Rayton

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR137

Gas Stations in Rayton

8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Engen
Jala Total
Sasol
Sasol
Sasol
TotalEnergies
TotalEnergies

Banks in Rayton

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ABSA
Koöperatiewe Bank Beperk

Golf Courses in Rayton

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Silver Lakes golf course

Stadiums & Teams in Rayton

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Rayton

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lanseria International AirportHLALarge Airport
O.R. Tambo International AirportJNBLarge Airport
Grand Central AirportGCJMedium Airport
Rand AirportQRAMedium Airport
Swartkop Air Force Base-Medium Airport
Waterkloof Air Force BaseWKFMedium Airport
Wonderboom AirportPRYMedium Airport
Aero 57 Airport-Small Airport
Aeropark Zyn Kraal-Small Airport
Bapsfontein Airport-Small Airport
Benics Airport-Small Airport
Benics Airport-Small Airport
Blesbokfontain Airport-Small Airport
Brakpan Airport-Small Airport
Delmas Airport-Small Airport
Devon Airport-Small Airport
Dunnottar Airfield-Small Airport
Eagles Creek Aviation Estate Airport-Small Airport
Fly Inn Estate-Small Airport
Freeway Airport-Small Airport
Grasslands Airfield-Small Airport
Haakdoornboom Airport-Small Airport
Kitty Hawk Airport-Small Airport
Klipriver Airfield-Small Airport
Kriel Airport-Small Airport
Microland Flight Park-Small Airport
Mountain View Estate Airfield-Small Airport
New Largo Airport-Small Airport
Panorama Airfield-Small Airport
Petit Airport-Small Airport
Rhino Park Airfield-Small Airport
Sace Airport-Small Airport
Springs Airfield-Small Airport
Sun Valley Airfield-Small Airport
Tedderfield Air Park-Small Airport
The Coves Airstrip-Small Airport
Vanggatfontein Airport-Small Airport
Witbank Airport-Small Airport
Zilkaats Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Rayton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rayton

Treatment Centers in Rayton

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
SkinTruth SA | Skincare & Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
1001

🇿🇦 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 Rayton

What is the population of Rayton?

Rayton has a population of 4,812 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,281.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rayton?

Rayton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches.

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