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Thubelihle, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

Thubelihle is a small city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 15,876. Elevation: 5,256 ft (1,602 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

15,876 Population 16/sq mi density
5,256 ft Elevation 1,602 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
22.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Thubelihle

Kriel, officially known as Ga-Nala, is a town in Nkangala District Municipality in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa. The Kriel Power Station is located just outside the town.

People

Population15,876
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation5,256 ft (1,602 m)
Population15,876
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation5,256 ft (1,602 m)
Coordinates-26.2155°, 29.2916°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation22.7 inches (577 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.8 inches (2 cm)

About Thubelihle

Thubelihle is a small city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 15,876. The city sits at an elevation of 5,256 feet (1,602 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Thubelihle

Thubelihle 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 0 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 25.8° 0.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 25.9° 0.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 24.8° 0.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 22.8° 0.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / 20.2° 0.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 18.4° 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 18° 0.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 20.6° 0.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 24.3° 0.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 24.5° 0.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 24.5° 0.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 25.4° 0.0
Thubelihle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 22.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,256 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above South Africa avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,256 ft (1,602 m)
Area991.5 sq mi (2,568.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates-26.2155°N, 29.2916°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.7"
40% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.8"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.84"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

62 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 29, 2023.

Mar 1, 2019 6 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.9 149 km
Jun 11, 2023 Gauteng, South Africa M4.9 114 km
Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 49 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 35 km
Jul 7, 2013 43 km WSW of Nelspruit, South Africa M4.6 144 km
Apr 26, 1998 6 km SSW of Diepsloot, South Africa M4.5 133 km
Feb 20, 2018 7 km SSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.5 147 km
Jan 23, 2018 4 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.4 147 km
Mar 1, 1996 7 km E of Eden Glen, South Africa M4.4 105 km
Nov 18, 2013 8 km WSW of Johannesburg, South Africa M4.3 133 km
Jul 30, 2021 12 km SE of Alberton, South Africa M4.2 107 km
Jan 3, 1997 9 km NNW of Orange Farm, South Africa M4.2 149 km
Dec 18, 2009 5 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M4.2 108 km
Dec 24, 2000 11 km ESE of Alberton, South Africa M4.1 108 km
Jun 13, 1991 6 km W of Randburg, South Africa M3.9 136 km
Apr 28, 2006 6 km SSW of Alberton, South Africa M3.8 119 km
Jun 24, 1991 6 km SSE of Springs, South Africa M3.7 86 km
May 27, 1995 4 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.7 107 km
Jul 1, 2019 36 km W of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M3.7 137 km
Jun 2, 2006 19 km SSE of Delmas, South Africa M3.6 58 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
February 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
March 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.3 in Coldest
July 49°F (9°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.0 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
November 64°F (18°C) 4.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in

Thubelihle has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 48°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Thubelihle

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lehlaka Combined School
Bonginhlanhla Primary School
Sibongamandla Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Thubelihle

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JOY GOSPEL RADIO international MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Thubelihle

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ermelo AirportMedium Airport
Secunda AirportZECMedium Airport
Aeropark Zyn KraalSmall Airport
Arnot Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Belfast AerodromeSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Bethal AirportSmall Airport
Blesbokfontain AirportSmall Airport
Delmas AirportSmall Airport
Devon AirportSmall Airport
Evander Landing Strip AirportSmall Airport
Komati Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Kriel AirportSmall Airport
Lekoa AirstripSmall Airport
Middelburg AirportSmall Airport
Mooivlei AirportSmall Airport
New Largo AirportSmall Airport
Pietersrus AirportSmall Airport
Pullenshope Hendrina AirportSmall Airport
Sace AirportSmall Airport
Tutuka Power Station AirportSmall Airport
Vanggatfontein AirportSmall Airport
Witbank AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,552 m (5,092 ft)
Postal Code
2271

🇿🇦 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 Thubelihle

What is the population of Thubelihle?

Thubelihle has a population of 15,876 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 991.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Thubelihle?

Thubelihle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.7 inches.

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