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Thembisile, South Africa

Gauteng · South Africa

Thembisile is a small town in Gauteng, South Africa with a population of 2,167. Elevation: 4,744 ft (1,446 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2,167 Population 1/sq mi density
4,744 ft Elevation 1,446 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
21.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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People

Population2,167
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation4,744 ft (1,446 m)
Population2,167
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,744 ft (1,446 m)
Coordinates-25.6036°, 28.8880°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceGauteng
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation21.6 inches (549 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Thembisile

Thembisile is a small town in South Africa (Gauteng) with a population of 2,167. The city sits at an elevation of 4,744 feet (1,446 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Thembisile enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 21.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,744 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above South Africa avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,744 ft (1,446 m)
Area3,281.7 sq mi (8,499.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-25.6036°N, 28.8880°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.6"
43% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.72"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

103 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.4 on Mar 31, 2024.

Mar 1, 2019 6 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.9 132 km
Jun 11, 2023 Gauteng, South Africa M4.9 109 km
Dec 2, 2013 33 km SE of Modimolle, South Africa M4.8 80 km
Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 101 km
Aug 16, 2012 6 km ESE of Westonaria, South Africa M4.7 145 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 91 km
Feb 20, 2018 7 km SSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.5 134 km
Apr 26, 1998 6 km SSW of Diepsloot, South Africa M4.5 100 km
Apr 15, 1992 4 km S of Brits, South Africa M4.4 111 km
Mar 1, 1996 7 km E of Eden Glen, South Africa M4.4 87 km
Jan 23, 2018 4 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.4 131 km
Jul 20, 2005 4 km SSE of Westonaria, South Africa M4.3 149 km
Nov 18, 2013 8 km WSW of Johannesburg, South Africa M4.3 115 km
Jul 22, 2023 8 km ENE of Westonaria, South Africa M4.2 139 km
Jan 3, 1997 9 km NNW of Orange Farm, South Africa M4.2 140 km
Jul 30, 2021 12 km SE of Alberton, South Africa M4.2 105 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km WNW of Orange Farm, South Africa M4.2 144 km
Jul 12, 2015 21 km NW of Brits, South Africa M4.2 125 km
Dec 18, 2009 5 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M4.2 98 km
Oct 6, 1999 9 km WSW of Orange Farm, South Africa M4.1 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
March 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
May 58°F (15°C) 0.5 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in
July 51°F (11°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 58°F (14°C) 0.2 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
October 67°F (20°C) 2.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 4.5 in
December 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in

Thembisile has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 51°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Thembisile

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ukhozi FM S.A AAC+ 48 kbps

Libraries in Thembisile

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
School library0.0

Airports Near Thembisile

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
O.R. Tambo International AirportJNBLarge Airport
Grand Central AirportGCJMedium Airport
Rand AirportQRAMedium Airport
Swartkop Air Force BaseMedium Airport
Waterkloof Air Force BaseWKFMedium Airport
Wonderboom AirportPRYMedium Airport
Aeropark Zyn KraalSmall Airport
Bapsfontein AirportSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Blesbokfontain AirportSmall Airport
Brakpan AirportSmall Airport
Delmas AirportSmall Airport
Fly Inn EstateSmall Airport
Freeway AirportSmall Airport
Groblersdal Kob AirportSmall Airport
Kitty Hawk AirportSmall Airport
Komati Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Kriel AirportSmall Airport
Marble Hall AirportSmall Airport
Microland Flight ParkSmall Airport
Middelburg AirportSmall Airport
New Largo AirportSmall Airport
Petit AirportSmall Airport
Pullenshope Hendrina AirportSmall Airport
Rhino Park AirfieldSmall Airport
Sace AirportSmall Airport
Springs AirfieldSmall Airport
Vanggatfontein AirportSmall Airport
Warmbaths AirportSmall Airport
Witbank AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg

🇿🇦 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 Thembisile

What is the population of Thembisile?

Thembisile has a population of 2,167 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 Thembisile?

Thembisile enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches.

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