Wakkerstroom, South Africa
Mpumalanga · South Africa
Wakkerstroom is a small city in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 8,209. Elevation: 5,820 ft (1,774 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Wakkerstroom
Wakkerstroom is the second oldest town in Mpumalanga province, South Africa. The town is on the KwaZulu-Natal border, 27 km east of Volksrust and 56 km south-east of Amersfoort.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,209 |
| Elevation | 5,820 ft (1,774 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.3549°, 30.1438° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Mpumalanga |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.6 inches (776 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wakkerstroom
Wakkerstroom is a small city in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 8,209. The city sits at an elevation of 5,820 feet (1,774 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,820 ft (1,774 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.3549°S, 30.1438°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 4.8 in |
Wakkerstroom has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 47°F in July to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Wakkerstroom
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uthaka Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wakkerstroom Combined School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Wakkerstroom
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wakkerstroom
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Wakkerstroom
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wakkerstroom
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wakkerstroom
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport | NCS | Medium Airport |
| Amersfoort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Amsterdam Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Durnacol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Majuba Power Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Piet Retief Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Utrecht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Volksrust Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vryheid Airport | VYD | Small Airport |
| Wakkerstroom Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wakkerstroom
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Church |
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Wakkerstroom has a population of 8,209 residents and is located in South Africa..
What is the weather like in Wakkerstroom?
Wakkerstroom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches.
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