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Tshandama, South Africa

Limpopo · South Africa

Tshandama is a small city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 5,842. Elevation: 2,228 ft (679 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,842 Population 3/sq mi density
2,228 ft Elevation 679 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
33.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Tshandama

Mutale is a main town in Vhembe District Municipality in the Limpopo province of South Africa.

People

Population5,842
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation2,228 ft (679 m)
Population5,842
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation2,228 ft (679 m)
Coordinates-22.7457°, 30.5093°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceLimpopo
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (839 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tshandama

Tshandama is a small city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 5,842. The city sits at an elevation of 2,228 feet (679 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Tshandama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 33.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,228 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above South Africa avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,228 ft (679 m)
Area1,863.1 sq mi (4,825.3 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-22.7457°N, 30.5093°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.0"
13% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.85"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.3 on Aug 16, 2021.

Feb 16, 2018 28 km WNW of Phalaborwa, South Africa M4.5 128 km
Aug 16, 2021 South Africa M3.3 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 6.5 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 6.9 in Wettest
March 74°F (23°C) 4.0 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest
July 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
September 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
October 72°F (22°C) 2.0 in
November 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
December 76°F (25°C) 5.1 in

Tshandama has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 62°F in June to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.9") and July the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in Tshandama

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Agric Labs0.0
Agric Lecture halls0.0
C-Block lecture hall0.0
D-Block lecture hall0.0
E-Block lecture hall0.0
Foundation Science hall0.0
Foundation Science lecture hall0.0
GIS Lecture hall0.0
Life Sciences Building0.0
school of agric labs and offices0.0
School of Education0.0
School of Environmental Sciences0.0
UNIVEN Library0.0

Gas Stations in Tshandama

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Engen
Sasol

Stadiums & Teams in Tshandama

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Airports Near Tshandama

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avarel Airport-Small Airport
Beitbridge Airport-Small Airport
Giyani AirportGIYSmall Airport
Louis Trichardt AirportLCDSmall Airport
Madimbo Airport-Small Airport
Musina(Messina) AirportMEZSmall Airport
Mutele-Masisi Airport-Small Airport
Pafuri Camp Airstrip-Small Airport
Punda Maria(Malia) Airport-Small Airport
Thohoyandou AirportTHYSmall Airport
Tshipise AirportTSDSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
0956

🇿🇦 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 Tshandama

What is the population of Tshandama?

Tshandama has a population of 5,842 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,863.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tshandama?

Tshandama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches.

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