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Sabie, South Africa
Mpumalanga · South Africa
Sabie is a small city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 18,903. Elevation: 3,497 ft (1,066 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
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About Sabie
Sabie is a forestry town situated on the banks of the Sabie River in Mpumalanga, South Africa. The name Sabie is derived from the Xitsonga language word "Sava" which means "Sand" because of the rich Sand in the area. The word Sava was adapted by the Afrikaner settlers who changed it from Sava (Xitsonga) into the Afrikaans "Sabie".
People
Climate
| Population | 18,903 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,497 ft (1,066 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.0999°, 30.7800° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Mpumalanga |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.9 inches (1,292 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sabie
Sabie is a small city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 18,903. The city sits at an elevation of 3,497 feet (1,066 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Sabie
Sabie 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 677 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.9°F |
| 9% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,497 ft (1,066 m) |
| Area | 3,063.4 sq mi (7,934.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -25.0999°N, 30.7800°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 49°F (10°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 6.0 in |
Sabie has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 49°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (0.5").
Schools in Sabie
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sybrand van Niekerk | — | — | — | — |
| Memezile Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lindani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pace Recovery Centre | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sabie
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAYA FM 95.9 | african, alternative | UNKNOWN | |
| Talk Radio 702 | — | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Jacaranda | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RISE FM | — | AAC | |
| Radio Laeveld | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sabie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forestry Museum |
Libraries in Sabie
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graskop library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Sabie
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sabie
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sabie
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sabie
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sabie
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sabie
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sabie
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sabie
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sabie
34 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport | MQP | Large Airport |
| Barberton Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Eastgate Airport / Air Force Base Hoedspruit | HDS | Medium Airport |
| Arathusa Safari Lodge Airport | ASS | Small Airport |
| Belfast Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Blackie Swart Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blyde Canyon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Egnep Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hazyview Airport | HZV | Small Airport |
| Inyati Airport | INY | Small Airport |
| Jackalberry Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Khoka Moya Airport | KHO | Small Airport |
| Kudu Private Nature Reserve | — | Small Airport |
| Lavino Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Londolozi Airport | LDZ | Small Airport |
| Londolozi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lydenburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nelspruit Airport | NLP | Small Airport |
| Ngala Airport | NGL | Small Airport |
| Othawa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Piggs Peak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pilgrims Rest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sabi Sabi Airport | GSS | Small Airport |
| Sandringham Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sappi / Ngodwana | — | Small Airport |
| Singita Safari Lodge Airport | SSX | Small Airport |
| Tanda Tula Airport | TDT | Small Airport |
| Thorny Bush Game Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ulusaba Airport | ULX | Small Airport |
| Umbabat Aero Camp Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Walkersons Field | — | Small Airport |
| White River Mercy Air | — | Small Airport |
| Winterveldt Mine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zandspruit Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sabie
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Kerk | |
| Sabie Salaah Facility | |
| Volle Evangelie kerk |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sabie
What is the population of Sabie?
Sabie has a population of 18,903 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 3,063.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sabie?
Sabie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches.