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Winnie Mandela, South Africa

Free State · South Africa

Winnie Mandela is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 15,454. Elevation: 4,600 ft (1,402 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

15,454 Population 5/sq mi density
4,600 ft Elevation 1,402 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
21.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Winnie Mandela

Winnie Mandela

Nomzamo Winifred Zanyiwe Madikizela-Mandela, also known as Winnie Mandela, was a South African politician, anti-apartheid activist, and second wife of Nelson Mandela. During her political career, she served as a Member of Parliament from 1994 to 2003, and from 2009 until her death, and was a deputy minister of arts and culture from 1994 to 1996. A member of the African National Congress (ANC) political party, she served on the ANC's National Executive Committee and headed its Women's League. Madikizela-Mandela was known to her supporters as the "Mother of the Nation".

People

Population15,454
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation4,600 ft (1,402 m)
Population15,454
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation4,600 ft (1,402 m)
Coordinates-28.7003°, 26.4581°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation21.8 inches (553 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Winnie Mandela

Winnie Mandela is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 15,454. The city sits at an elevation of 4,600 feet (1,402 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Winnie Mandela

Winnie Mandela has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.6°C), the coldest is Jul (8.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 512 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.6°C / 76°F 12.2° / 36.2° 84.0
Feb 23.4°C / 74°F 11.8° / 35° 80.0
Mar 21.8°C / 71°F 10.2° / 33.2° 57.6
Apr 17.2°C / 63°F 4.6° / 29.2° 67.9
May 13.7°C / 57°F 0.8° / 26° 15.0
Jun 9.4°C / 49°F -1.7° / 23° 8.6
Jul 8.7°C / 48°F -4.2° / 23° 2.4
Aug 11.9°C / 53°F -2.2° / 26.9° 5.1
Sep 16.9°C / 62°F 1.3° / 32.7° 11.1
Oct 20.6°C / 69°F 4.7° / 36° 25.3
Nov 22.5°C / 73°F 7.5° / 36.8° 67.5
Dec 23.8°C / 75°F 10.9° / 36.9° 87.9
Winnie Mandela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 297 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 21.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,600 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above South Africa avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,600 ft (1,402 m)
Area3,388.9 sq mi (8,777.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-28.7003°N, 26.4581°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.8"
43% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.43"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

174 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 30, 2024.

Apr 22, 1999 10 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa M5.7 85 km
Oct 30, 1994 6 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.6 79 km
Jun 6, 1992 5 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M5.3 81 km
Sep 26, 1990 4 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.0 81 km
Jul 29, 2000 13 km SSW of Allanridge, South Africa M4.9 93 km
Jul 13, 1998 14 km ENE of Welkom, South Africa M4.9 94 km
Mar 22, 2019 8 km WNW of Virginia, South Africa M4.9 77 km
Dec 11, 1996 8 km SE of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 96 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km SW of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 93 km
Mar 1, 2015 8 km ESE of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 86 km
Nov 14, 1990 7 km WSW of Virginia, South Africa M4.8 72 km
Oct 11, 2003 7 km W of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 100 km
Aug 1, 1997 15 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 85 km
Feb 28, 2002 5 km E of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 86 km
Dec 17, 1995 15 km W of Welkom, South Africa M4.7 83 km
May 19, 1995 7 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M4.7 79 km
Nov 26, 2013 3 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.6 82 km
Jun 15, 2022 6 km SSW of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.6 94 km
Jan 25, 2020 11 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.5 74 km
Oct 5, 2011 4 km NW of Welkom, South Africa M4.5 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in
March 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 0.7 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 0.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 2.7 in

Winnie Mandela has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 46°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Winnie Mandela

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hoerskool Staatspresident Swart
Matshediso Secondary School
Akademia Secondary School
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Museums in Winnie Mandela

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Brandfort House

Train Stations in Winnie Mandela

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brandfort
Houtenbeck

Airports Near Winnie Mandela

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bram Fischer International AirportBFNLarge Airport
Aldam AirportSmall Airport
Bartsrus AirportSmall Airport
Beatrix AirportSmall Airport
Brandfort Moreson AirportSmall Airport
Bultfontein AirportUTESmall Airport
Harmony AirportSmall Airport
Thaba Nchu Tar AirportTCUSmall Airport
Valencia Private AirstripSmall Airport
Welkom AirportWELSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Winnie Mandela

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Witkerk

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,403 m (4,603 ft)
Founded
1875
Postal Code
9400
Website
municipalities.co.za/overview/1043/masilonyana-local-municipality

🇿🇦 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 Winnie Mandela

What is the population of Winnie Mandela?

Winnie Mandela has a population of 15,454 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 3,388.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Winnie Mandela?

Winnie Mandela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches.

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