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Ventersdorp, South Africa

North West · South Africa

Ventersdorp is a small city in North West, South Africa with a population of 26,446. Elevation: 4,872 ft (1,485 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

26,446 Population 18/sq mi density
4,872 ft Elevation 1,485 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
24.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Ventersdorp

Ventersdorp

Ventersdorp is a town of about 4,200 people in Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality, North West Province, South Africa. It was the seat of the defunct Ventersdorp Local Municipality until 2016.

People

Population26,446
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain24.2 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation4,872 ft (1,485 m)
Population26,446
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation4,872 ft (1,485 m)
Coordinates-26.3140°, 26.8222°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorth West
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation24.2 inches (615 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ventersdorp

Ventersdorp is a small city in South Africa (North West) with a population of 26,446. The city sits at an elevation of 4,872 feet (1,485 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Ventersdorp

Ventersdorp has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.4°C), the coldest is Jul (9.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 508 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.4°C / 74°F 12° / 34.9° 86.6
Feb 22.9°C / 73°F 12.2° / 34.4° 73.6
Mar 21.7°C / 71°F 11.5° / 33.2° 45.6
Apr 17.6°C / 64°F 5.6° / 29.3° 65.4
May 14.3°C / 58°F 1.9° / 26.7° 10.8
Jun 10.3°C / 51°F -1.7° / 23.8° 5.7
Jul 9.9°C / 50°F -3.6° / 23.8° 2.7
Aug 13.7°C / 57°F -1.3° / 28.3° 1.6
Sep 18.3°C / 65°F 3.4° / 33° 5.8
Oct 21.3°C / 70°F 6.7° / 36° 33.2
Nov 22.7°C / 73°F 9° / 36.5° 76.8
Dec 23.2°C / 74°F 11.9° / 36° 99.9
Ventersdorp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,872 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above South Africa avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,872 ft (1,485 m)
Area1,462.6 sq mi (3,788.1 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates-26.3140°N, 26.8222°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.2"
36% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.53"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

963 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jul 10, 2025.

Aug 5, 2014 3 km ESE of Orkney, South Africa M5.4 76 km
Apr 3, 2017 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.2 66 km
Feb 10, 1997 5 km SSE of Orkney, South Africa M5.2 80 km
Nov 3, 1991 5 km SE of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.1 66 km
Jul 21, 1997 4 km W of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 64 km
May 27, 2002 4 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 73 km
Jun 14, 2010 8 km NNW of Fochville, South Africa M5.0 66 km
Dec 1, 1991 2 km S of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 65 km
Mar 9, 2005 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.0 67 km
Mar 16, 2009 8 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 71 km
Dec 11, 1997 7 km SSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 69 km
Mar 7, 1992 14 km W of Fochville, South Africa M4.9 57 km
Dec 5, 1998 9 km NNE of Fochville, South Africa M4.9 70 km
Sep 6, 2004 17 km WNW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 60 km
Jul 31, 2001 8 km SW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 70 km
Nov 25, 1995 South Africa M4.9 69 km
Aug 6, 2000 8 km SSW of Westonaria, South Africa M4.9 78 km
Feb 17, 2005 13 km WSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 72 km
Jun 15, 2014 8 km E of Orkney, South Africa M4.9 75 km
Jun 11, 2023 Gauteng, South Africa M4.9 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
February 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in
March 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
April 62°F (16°C) 1.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 49°F (9°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in
September 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
October 67°F (19°C) 2.0 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in

Ventersdorp has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 49°F in July to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Ventersdorp

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Thuto-Boswa Secondary School - - - -
Ventersdorp Laerskool - - - -
Phiri Secondary School - - - -
Toevlug Primary School - - - -
Kgololosego - - - -
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Restaurants in Ventersdorp

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Spur Yellow Creek
Wimpy

Train Stations in Ventersdorp

5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Buckingham
Gromofont
Makokskraal
Ratsagae
Ventersdorp

Gas Stations in Ventersdorp

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Engen
Exel
Pllas Palmietfontain
Shell
ZA #6934064385

Airports Near Ventersdorp

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Morningside Farm Airport-Medium Airport
P C Pelser AirportKXEMedium Airport
Potchefstroom AirportPCFMedium Airport
Rustenburg Airport-Medium Airport
Carltonville Airport-Small Airport
Lichtenburg Airport-Small Airport
Orkney Airport-Small Airport
Parys Airport-Small Airport
Silver Creek Gorge Estate Airfield-Small Airport
Ventersdorp Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ventersdorp

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Alec's
AP Kerk
N.G Moedergemeente
Nederduitse Gereformeerde Kerk - Ventersdorp-Oos

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,526 m (5,007 ft)
Founded
1866
Postal Code
2710

🇿🇦 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 Ventersdorp

What is the population of Ventersdorp?

Ventersdorp has a population of 26,446 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 1,462.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ventersdorp?

Ventersdorp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.2 inches.

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