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Thohoyandou, South Africa
Limpopo · South Africa
Thohoyandou is a large city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 107,144. Elevation: 2,375 ft (724 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Thohoyandou
Thohoyandou is a town in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. It is the administrative centre of Vhembe District Municipality and Thulamela Local Municipality. It is also known for being the former capital of the bantustan of Venda.
People
Climate
| Population | 107,144 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,375 ft (724 m) |
| Coordinates | -22.9456°, 30.4850° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Limpopo |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.8 inches (985 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Thohoyandou
Thohoyandou is a large city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 107,144. The city sits at an elevation of 2,375 feet (724 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Thohoyandou
Thohoyandou has an average annual temperature of 22.6°C (73°F). The hottest month is Dec (26.5°C), the coldest is Jul (17.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 725 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.7°F |
| 29% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,375 ft (724 m) |
| Area | 2,763.1 sq mi (7,156.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -22.9456°N, 30.4850°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 8.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 8.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 6.2 in |
Thohoyandou has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 59°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (8.3") and July the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Thohoyandou
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marude secondary school | College | — | — |
| SAPS Training Centre - Sibasa | College | — | — |
| University of Venda | University | — | — |
| Vhembe TVET College | College | — | — |
Schools in Thohoyandou
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maranzhe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Makanyu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tshikevha Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Tshedza Comprehensive Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Thohoyandou Technical High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mphaphuli Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Phaswana Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Raluswielo Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbilwi Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Thohoyandou
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agric Labs | 0.0 | |||||
| Agric Lecture halls | 0.0 | |||||
| C-Block lecture hall | 0.0 | |||||
| D-Block lecture hall | 0.0 | |||||
| E-Block lecture hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Foundation Science hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Foundation Science lecture hall | 0.0 | |||||
| GIS Lecture hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Life Sciences Building | 0.0 | |||||
| school of agric labs and offices | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Education | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Environmental Sciences | 0.0 | |||||
| UNIVEN Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Thohoyandou
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Thohoyandou
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Thohoyandou
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Thohoyandou
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Thohoyandou
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Thohoyandou
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Thohoyandou
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Thohoyandou
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Avarel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beitbridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Giyani Airport | GIY | Small Airport |
| Louis Trichardt Airport | LCD | Small Airport |
| Madimbo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Musina(Messina) Airport | MEZ | Small Airport |
| Mutele-Masisi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pafuri Camp Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Punda Maria(Malia) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Thohoyandou Airport | THY | Small Airport |
| Tshipise Airport | TSD | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Thohoyandou
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Budeli New Covenant Church Of Christ And Apostolic | |
| Christian Worship Centre | |
| CWC | |
| Masjid-e-Chistiya Ashrafiyah |
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Quick Facts
Around Thohoyandou
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Thohoyandou
1 places within 15 km
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Thohoyandou
What is the population of Thohoyandou?
Thohoyandou has a population of 107,144 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 2,763.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Thohoyandou?
Thohoyandou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches.