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Vaalbank, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

Vaalbank is a small city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 19,517. Elevation: 3,225 ft (983 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

19,517 Population 22/sq mi density
3,225 ft Elevation 983 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Vaalbank

Vaalbank

Vaalbank is a small town some 102 kilometers northeast of Pretoria. The town is an important one in Mpumalanga's northwestern end where the majority of the surrounding population is rural and does not have infrastructure. It overlooks the Mkhombo Dam which is of agricultural importance in the region.

People

Population19,517
Density22/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation3,225 ft (983 m)
Population19,517
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation3,225 ft (983 m)
Coordinates-25.1523°, 28.8556°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (558 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Vaalbank

Vaalbank is a small city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 19,517. The city sits at an elevation of 3,225 feet (983 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Vaalbank

Vaalbank has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Nov (25.6°C), the coldest is Jun (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 570 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.1°C / 77°F 14.5° / 36.6° 119.6
Feb 24.7°C / 76°F 14.4° / 36.4° 85.3
Mar 24.1°C / 75°F 13.7° / 36.6° 48.5
Apr 20.8°C / 69°F 9.7° / 32.9° 49.8
May 17.5°C / 64°F 5.6° / 29.8° 16.1
Jun 13.8°C / 57°F 2.2° / 28° 2.4
Jul 13.8°C / 57°F -0.3° / 28.4° 2.0
Aug 17.6°C / 64°F 3.8° / 33.2° 0.9
Sep 21.6°C / 71°F 7.6° / 36.4° 6.1
Oct 23.9°C / 75°F 10.2° / 39.4° 39.4
Nov 25.6°C / 78°F 12.7° / 39.5° 67.7
Dec 25.5°C / 78°F 14.3° / 38.8° 132.1
Vaalbank enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,225 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above South Africa avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,225 ft (983 m)
Area900.5 sq mi (2,332.2 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates-25.1523°N, 28.8556°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.0"
42% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.33"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Jun 11, 2023.

Jun 11, 2023 Gauteng, South Africa M4.9 148 km
Dec 2, 2013 33 km SE of Modimolle, South Africa M4.8 35 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 141 km
Apr 26, 1998 6 km SSW of Diepsloot, South Africa M4.5 127 km
Apr 15, 1992 4 km S of Brits, South Africa M4.4 123 km
Mar 1, 1996 7 km E of Eden Glen, South Africa M4.4 125 km
Nov 18, 2013 8 km WSW of Johannesburg, South Africa M4.3 149 km
Jul 12, 2015 21 km NW of Brits, South Africa M4.2 127 km
Jul 30, 2021 12 km SE of Alberton, South Africa M4.2 145 km
Dec 18, 2009 5 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M4.2 137 km
Jun 22, 2013 26 km ESE of Thabazimbi, South Africa M4.2 132 km
Dec 24, 2000 11 km ESE of Alberton, South Africa M4.1 144 km
Jun 13, 1991 6 km W of Randburg, South Africa M3.9 139 km
Jun 24, 1991 6 km SSE of Springs, South Africa M3.7 135 km
May 27, 1995 4 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.7 135 km
Jan 24, 2006 4 km S of Boksburg, South Africa M3.6 136 km
May 30, 2008 18 km NNE of Kriel, South Africa M3.6 114 km
Aug 1, 2021 6 km E of Alberton, South Africa M3.6 142 km
Oct 16, 1993 10 km ESE of Springs, South Africa M3.6 131 km
Jun 2, 2006 19 km SSE of Delmas, South Africa M3.6 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 3.5 in Warmest
February 76°F (24°C) 3.1 in
March 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in
May 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
June 56°F (14°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 56°F (14°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in
November 74°F (23°C) 3.8 in
December 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in Wettest

Vaalbank has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 56°F in June to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Vaalbank

Institution Type Founded Website
Marapyane College of Agriculture College

Schools in Vaalbank

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sehokho Primary School
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Clinics in Vaalbank

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vaal Bank Medical Centre

Gas Stations in Vaalbank

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Vaalbank

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Airports Near Vaalbank

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Swartkop Air Force BaseMedium Airport
Waterkloof Air Force BaseWKFMedium Airport
Wonderboom AirportPRYMedium Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Benics AirportSmall Airport
Freeway AirportSmall Airport
Groblersdal Kob AirportSmall Airport
Haakdoornboom AirportSmall Airport
Kitty Hawk AirportSmall Airport
Marble Hall AirportSmall Airport
Middelburg AirportSmall Airport
Nylstroom AirfieldSmall Airport
Rhino Park AirfieldSmall Airport
Warmbaths AirportSmall Airport
Witbank AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
1055

🇿🇦 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 Vaalbank

What is the population of Vaalbank?

Vaalbank has a population of 19,517 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 900.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vaalbank?

Vaalbank enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches.

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