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Tutuka, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

Tutuka is a small town in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 3,191. Elevation: 5,404 ft (1,647 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,191 Population 2/sq mi density
5,404 ft Elevation 1,647 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
27.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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People

Population3,191
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation5,404 ft (1,647 m)
Population3,191
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,404 ft (1,647 m)
Coordinates-26.7770°, 29.3527°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation27.3 inches (694 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tutuka

Tutuka is a small town in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 3,191. The city sits at an elevation of 5,404 feet (1,647 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Tutuka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,404 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above South Africa avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,404 ft (1,647 m)
Area2,132.0 sq mi (5,521.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-26.7770°N, 29.3527°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.3"
28% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.84"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jun 11, 2023 Gauteng, South Africa M4.9 129 km
Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 52 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 53 km
Mar 1, 1996 7 km E of Eden Glen, South Africa M4.4 132 km
Dec 18, 2009 5 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M4.2 129 km
Jul 30, 2021 12 km SE of Alberton, South Africa M4.2 123 km
Dec 24, 2000 11 km ESE of Alberton, South Africa M4.1 124 km
Apr 28, 2006 6 km SSW of Alberton, South Africa M3.8 134 km
Jul 1, 2019 36 km W of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M3.7 134 km
Jun 24, 1991 6 km SSE of Springs, South Africa M3.7 106 km
May 27, 1995 4 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.7 129 km
Nov 11, 1992 South Africa M3.6 136 km
Jun 2, 2006 19 km SSE of Delmas, South Africa M3.6 80 km
Oct 16, 1993 10 km ESE of Springs, South Africa M3.6 101 km
Aug 1, 2021 6 km E of Alberton, South Africa M3.6 129 km
Jan 24, 2006 4 km S of Boksburg, South Africa M3.6 123 km
May 30, 2008 18 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.6 75 km
Sep 30, 1994 7 km SW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.5 128 km
Oct 27, 1995 5 km SW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.5 127 km
Sep 24, 1991 5 km WSW of Alberton, South Africa M3.4 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
February 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
March 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.3 in Coldest
July 46°F (8°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 52°F (11°C) 0.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in
November 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in

Tutuka has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 46°F in June to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Tutuka

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ermelo Airport-Medium Airport
Secunda AirportZECMedium Airport
Amersfoort Airport-Small Airport
Bethal Airport-Small Airport
Blesbokfontain Airport-Small Airport
Carolina Airport-Small Airport
Delmas Airport-Small Airport
Devon Airport-Small Airport
Evander Landing Strip Airport-Small Airport
Grootbraai Airport-Small Airport
Komati Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Kriel Airport-Small Airport
Lekoa Airstrip-Small Airport
Majuba Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Mooivlei Airport-Small Airport
Pietersrus Airport-Small Airport
Tutuka Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Vanggatfontein Airport-Small Airport
Volksrust Airport-Small Airport
Vrede Airport-Small 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 Tutuka

What is the population of Tutuka?

Tutuka has a population of 3,191 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,132.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tutuka?

Tutuka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches.

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