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Tzaneen, South Africa
Limpopo · South Africa
Tzaneen is a small city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 17,457. Elevation: 2,359 ft (719 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tzaneen
Tzaneen is a town situated in the Mopani district of the Limpopo Province in South Africa. It is situated in a high rainfall fertile region with tropical and subtropical agriculture taking place in a 20,000 square kilometres (7,700 sq mi) region. It is Limpopo's second largest town after Polokwane.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,457 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,359 ft (719 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.8332°, 30.1635° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Limpopo |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.1 inches (968 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tzaneen
Tzaneen is a small city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 17,457. The city sits at an elevation of 2,359 feet (719 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Tzaneen
Tzaneen has an average annual temperature of 19.6°C (67°F). The hottest month is Dec (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 788 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.3°F |
| 21% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,359 ft (719 m) |
| Area | 1,597.2 sq mi (4,136.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -23.8332°N, 30.1635°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 71°F (21°C) | 5.8 in |
Tzaneen has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 56°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.4") and July the driest (0.7").
Schools in Tzaneen
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Educare Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Unity Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tzaneen Primary/Laerskool | - | - | - | - |
| Ben Vorster High School | - | - | - | - |
| Unicorn Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Merensky High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tzaneen
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Tzaneen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haenertsburg Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Modjadjiskloof Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tzaneen Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Tzaneen
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tzaneen
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tzaneen
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tzaneen
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tzaneen
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tzaneen
11 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tzaneen
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tzaneen
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Polokwane International Airport | PTG | Large Airport |
| Pietersburg Municipal Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Tzaneen Airport | LTA | Medium Airport |
| Askari Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blyde Canyon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boulders Game Ranch 2 (Microlight) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boulders Game Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Egnep Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Garonga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Giyani Airport | GIY | Small Airport |
| Gravelotte Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gravelotte Mine Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hippo Pools Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Makhado Air Force Base Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mica Village Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Selati Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wild Rivers Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tzaneen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tzaneen Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tzaneen
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Afrikaanse Protestantse Kerk | |
| Die Volle Evangelie Kerk van God | |
| Kruispad Tzaneen | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Nederduitsch Hervormeerde Kerk van Afrika | |
| Nederduitse Gereformeerde Kerk | |
| NG Wolkberg | |
| NG Wolkberk Tzaneen | |
| Shekinah House | |
| St. Peter's Anglican Church | |
| Tzaneen Catholic Church |
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What is the population of Tzaneen?
Tzaneen has a population of 17,457 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,597.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tzaneen?
Tzaneen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches.