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Wales, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

Wales is a small town in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 2,949. Elevation: 2,152 ft (656 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,949 Population 1/sq mi density
2,152 ft Elevation 656 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
39.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Wales

Wales

Wales is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. Located on the island of Great Britain, it is bordered by the Irish Sea to the north and west, England to the east, the Bristol Channel to the south, and the Celtic Sea to the south-west. As of 2021, it had a population of 3.2 million. It has a total area of 21,218 square kilometres (8,192 sq mi) and over 2,700 kilometres (1,680 mi) of coastline. It is largely mountainous with its higher peaks in the north and central areas, including Snowdon, its highest summit. The country lies within the north temperate zone and has a changeable, maritime climate. Its capital and largest city is Cardiff.

People

Population2,949
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation2,152 ft (656 m)
Population2,949
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,152 ft (656 m)
Coordinates-24.7000°, 30.9833°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation39.4 inches (1,001 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Wales

Wales is a small town in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 2,949. The city sits at an elevation of 2,152 feet (656 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Wales has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 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 39.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,152 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above South Africa avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,152 ft (656 m)
Area4,225.4 sq mi (10,943.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-24.7000°N, 30.9833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.4"
4% above South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.13"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Aug 16, 2021.

Jul 7, 2013 43 km WSW of Nelspruit, South Africa M4.6 112 km
Feb 16, 2018 28 km WNW of Phalaborwa, South Africa M4.5 95 km
Jun 12, 2016 25 km WSW of Phalaborwa, South Africa M4.1 70 km
Aug 16, 2021 South Africa M3.3 117 km
Jun 23, 2018 31 km ESE of Lebowakgomo, South Africa M3.0 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 6.9 in Warmest
February 70°F (21°C) 7.1 in Wettest
March 68°F (20°C) 5.0 in
April 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in
May 60°F (16°C) 0.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in Coldest
July 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
August 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
October 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
November 68°F (20°C) 4.9 in
December 69°F (21°C) 6.3 in

Wales has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 56°F in June to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.1") and August the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Wales

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Matlushe Primary School - - - -
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Libraries in Wales

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Graskop library0.0
Khulani Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Wales

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sweet Sensation

Airports Near Wales

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kruger Mpumalanga International AirportMQPLarge Airport
Eastgate Airport / Air Force Base HoedspruitHDSMedium Airport
Malamala AirportAAMMedium Airport
Skukuza AirportSZKMedium Airport
Arathusa Safari Lodge AirportASSSmall Airport
Askari Airstrip-Small Airport
Blyde Canyon Airport-Small Airport
Boulders Game Ranch 2 (Microlight) Airport-Small Airport
Boulders Game Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Buffelshoek Airport-Small Airport
Egnep Airport-Small Airport
Garonga Airstrip-Small Airport
Gowrie Airport-Small Airport
Gravelotte Mine Airstrip-Small Airport
Hazyview AirportHZVSmall Airport
Hippo Pools Airport-Small Airport
Hoedspruit Civil Airfield-Small Airport
Ingwelala-Small Airport
Inyati AirportINYSmall Airport
Jackalberry Airstrip-Small Airport
Khoka Moya AirportKHOSmall Airport
Kudu Private Nature Reserve-Small Airport
Londolozi AirportLDZSmall Airport
Londolozi Airstrip-Small Airport
Lydenburg Airport-Small Airport
Mica Village Airstrip-Small Airport
Motswari AirportMWRSmall Airport
Ndlopfu Airfield-Small Airport
Nederland Airport-Small Airport
Ngala AirportNGLSmall Airport
Othawa Airport-Small Airport
Pilgrims Rest Airport-Small Airport
Riverside Airport-Small Airport
Sabi Sabi AirportGSSSmall Airport
Sandringham Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Selati Airstrip-Small Airport
Singita Safari Lodge AirportSSXSmall Airport
Tanda Tula AirportTDTSmall Airport
Thorny Bush Game Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Ulusaba AirportULXSmall Airport
Umbabat Aero Camp Airfield-Small Airport
White River Mercy Air-Small Airport
Wild Rivers Airfield-Small Airport
Zandspruit Airstrip-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
1370

🇿🇦 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 Wales

What is the population of Wales?

Wales has a population of 2,949 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,225.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Wales?

Wales has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.4 inches.

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