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Springs, South Africa
Gauteng · South Africa
Springs is a large city in Gauteng, South Africa with a population of 186,394. Elevation: 5,348 ft (1,630 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Springs
Brakpan is a mining town on the East Rand of Gauteng, South Africa, approximately 38 kilometres east of Johannesburg.
People
Climate
| Population | 186,394 |
| Population Density | 257 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,348 ft (1,630 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.2500°, 28.4000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Gauteng |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.6 inches (700 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Springs
Springs is a large city in South Africa (Gauteng) with a population of 186,394. The city sits at an elevation of 5,348 feet (1,630 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Springs
Springs has an average annual temperature of 16.4°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (20°C), the coldest is Jul (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 740 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,348 ft (1,630 m) |
| Area | 724.2 sq mi (1,875.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 257/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.2500°N, 28.4000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 4.3 in |
Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 50°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Springs
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veritas College Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Phelang School | - | - | - | - |
| Laerskool Werda | - | - | - | - |
| Springs Technical High School | - | - | - | - |
| PAM Brink Sports Gronde | - | - | - | - |
| Laerskool Jan Van Riebeeck | - | - | - | - |
| Hoërskool Hugenote | - | - | - | - |
| Eureka High School | - | - | - | - |
| Theo- Twala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Selcourt Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Strubenvale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Springs Girls High School | - | - | - | - |
| Spring Boys High School | - | - | - | - |
| Dr Johan Jurgens Highschool | - | - | - | - |
| Menzi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laerskool | - | - | - | - |
| Hoërskool Hugenote Main Gate | - | - | - | - |
| Hoërskool Hugenote Sport Gate | - | - | - | - |
| Hoërskool Die Anker | - | - | - | - |
| Pinegrove Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Springs
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ukhozi FM S.A | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Pretoria FM | - | AAC | |
| GrootFM | - | AAC | |
| Radio Veritas | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Express-FM Digital | christian, christian blues | MP3 128 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 | |
| KM RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Springs
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benoni Museum | ||||
| Benoni Museum |
Libraries in Springs
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benoni Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Benoni Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Benoni Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Benoni Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Boksburg Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and English Block | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rabie Ridge Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Spruitview Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Spruitview Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tembisa Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Springs
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meat World | |||||
| Rondebult flea market |
Hotels in Springs
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Springs
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Springs
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Springs
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Springs
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Springs
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Springs
5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Springs
24 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Springs
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Springs
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Springs
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Springs
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Boksburg Stadium | ||
| Boksburg Stadium | ||
| Germiston Stadium | ||
| Huntersfield Stadium |
Airports Near Springs
50 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 |
| Rand Airport | QRA | Medium Airport |
| Swartkop Air Force Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Vereeniging Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Waterkloof Air Force Base | WKF | Medium Airport |
| Wonderboom Airport | PRY | Medium Airport |
| Aero 57 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aero Den Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aeropark Zyn Kraal | - | Small Airport |
| Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aviators Paradise Field | - | Small Airport |
| Bapsfontein Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baragwanath Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bierman Landgoed Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brakpan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brits Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dasville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delmas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Devon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnottar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eagles Creek Aviation Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Evander Landing Strip Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fly Inn Estate | - | Small Airport |
| Grasslands Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Haakdoornboom Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Heidelburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kitty Hawk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Klipriver Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Krugersdorp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Leeukop Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lekoa Airstrip | - | 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 |
| Saffier Airport | - | 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 |
| Vanggatfontein Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zilkaats Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Springs
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Riverfield Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Springs
14 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetica SKin Centre | ||
| Aesthetica SKin Centre | ||
| Aesthetica SKin Centre | ||
| Dunvegan Medical Centre | ||
| Lakefield Medical Center | ||
| Lakefield Medical Center | ||
| Lakefield Medical Center | ||
| Life St Mary's Women's Clinic | ||
| Medicare24 | ||
| Medicare24 | ||
| Medicare24 | ||
| Parkdene Medical Centre | ||
| Parkdene Medical Centre | ||
| Parkdene Medical Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Springs
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Basil | |
| Nrderduttsch Hervorml Kerk Van Afrika Selcourt | |
| ST. Engenas zion christian church |
Quick Facts
Around Springs
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Springs
1 places within 15 km
- • Burnt down hide
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12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Springs?
Springs has a population of 186,394 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 257 people per square mile, spread across 724.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Springs?
Springs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.