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Swartruggens, South Africa

North West · South Africa

Swartruggens is a small city in North West, South Africa with a population of 12,639. Elevation: 4,111 ft (1,253 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

12,639 Population 8/sq mi density
4,111 ft Elevation 1,253 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
25.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Swartruggens

Swartruggens

Swartruggens is a small farming town in North West Province, South Africa that was established in 1875.

People

Population12,639
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation4,111 ft (1,253 m)
Population12,639
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation4,111 ft (1,253 m)
Coordinates-25.6502°, 26.6886°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorth West
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (651 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Swartruggens

Swartruggens is a small city in South Africa (North West) with a population of 12,639. The city sits at an elevation of 4,111 feet (1,253 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Swartruggens

Swartruggens has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Nov (24.6°C), the coldest is Jul (12.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 593 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.3°C / 76°F 13.7° / 35.1° 122.1
Feb 23.9°C / 75°F 13.5° / 35.2° 94.2
Mar 23.2°C / 74°F 12.8° / 35° 45.8
Apr 19.5°C / 67°F 8.2° / 31° 68.6
May 16.4°C / 61°F 4.1° / 28.5° 12.9
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 1.3° / 25.7° 5.3
Jul 12.6°C / 55°F -1° / 26.4° 1.2
Aug 16.1°C / 61°F 2.1° / 30.6° 2.1
Sep 20.5°C / 69°F 6.7° / 34.8° 4.6
Oct 23.2°C / 74°F 9.2° / 37.8° 32.0
Nov 24.6°C / 76°F 11.8° / 37.9° 81.2
Dec 24.5°C / 76°F 13.9° / 37.8° 123.4
Swartruggens enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 25.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,111 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 53°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above South Africa avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,111 ft (1,253 m)
Area1,639.4 sq mi (4,245.9 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-25.6502°N, 26.6886°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.6"
33% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.88"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

902 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Apr 17, 2025.

Aug 5, 2014 3 km ESE of Orkney, South Africa M5.4 149 km
Apr 3, 2017 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.2 140 km
Nov 3, 1991 5 km SE of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.1 138 km
Jul 21, 1997 4 km W of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 134 km
Mar 16, 2009 8 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 145 km
May 27, 2002 4 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 146 km
Jun 14, 2010 8 km NNW of Fochville, South Africa M5.0 116 km
Dec 1, 1991 2 km S of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 137 km
Mar 9, 2005 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.0 141 km
Mar 7, 1992 14 km W of Fochville, South Africa M4.9 117 km
Mar 1, 2019 6 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.9 131 km
Dec 5, 1998 9 km NNE of Fochville, South Africa M4.9 118 km
Feb 17, 2005 13 km WSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 141 km
Jun 15, 2014 8 km E of Orkney, South Africa M4.9 149 km
Sep 6, 2004 17 km WNW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 127 km
Aug 6, 2000 8 km SSW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.9 123 km
Jul 31, 2001 8 km SW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 141 km
Dec 11, 1997 7 km SSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 140 km
Nov 25, 1995 South Africa M4.9 142 km
Jul 17, 2022 14 km E of Orkney, South Africa M4.8 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 4.0 in
March 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
May 58°F (14°C) 0.6 in
June 53°F (12°C) 0.2 in
July 53°F (11°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in
September 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
October 69°F (21°C) 2.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in
December 72°F (22°C) 4.4 in

Swartruggens has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 53°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Swartruggens

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Swartruggens Gekombineerde Skool
Kgetleng Primary School
Reebone Secondary School
Mazista Primary School
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Radio Stations near Swartruggens

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Libraries in Swartruggens

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Reagile Community Library0.0

Train Stations in Swartruggens

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Klipbankfontein
Swartruggens
Vleidraai

Gas Stations in Swartruggens

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Engen
Shell

Banks in Swartruggens

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ABSA
FNB

Stadiums & Teams in Swartruggens

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Airports Near Swartruggens

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Morningside Farm AirportMedium Airport
Pilanesberg International AirportNTYMedium Airport
Rustenburg AirportMedium Airport
Carltonville AirportSmall Airport
Lichtenburg AirportSmall Airport
Mawala AirstripSmall Airport
Ventersdorp AirportSmall Airport
Zeerust AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Swartruggens

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sawrtruggens Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Swartruggens

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dutch Reformed Church
The New Church of Southern Africa, Borolelo

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,403 m (4,603 ft)
Founded
1875
Postal Code
2835

🇿🇦 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 Swartruggens

What is the population of Swartruggens?

Swartruggens has a population of 12,639 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,639.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Swartruggens?

Swartruggens enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches.

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