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Wolfenkop, South Africa

Mpumalanga · South Africa

Wolfenkop is a small town in Mpumalanga, South Africa with a population of 3,660. Elevation: 4,741 ft (1,445 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,660 Population 3/sq mi density
4,741 ft Elevation 1,445 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
21.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Wolfenkop

Wolvenkop is a town in Nkangala District Municipality in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa.

People

Population3,660
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation4,741 ft (1,445 m)
Population3,660
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,741 ft (1,445 m)
Coordinates-25.5212°, 28.9920°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceMpumalanga
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation21.6 inches (549 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Wolfenkop

Wolfenkop is a small town in South Africa (Mpumalanga) with a population of 3,660. The city sits at an elevation of 4,741 feet (1,445 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Wolfenkop enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 21.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,741 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above South Africa avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,741 ft (1,445 m)
Area1,070.3 sq mi (2,772.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-25.5212°N, 28.9920°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.6"
43% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.72"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

69 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.5 on Aug 30, 2023.

Mar 1, 2019 6 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.9 146 km
Jun 11, 2023 Gauteng, South Africa M4.9 122 km
Dec 2, 2013 33 km SE of Modimolle, South Africa M4.8 76 km
Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 111 km
Jul 12, 2002 14 km NNW of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 99 km
Feb 20, 2018 7 km SSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.5 148 km
Apr 26, 1998 6 km SSW of Diepsloot, South Africa M4.5 113 km
Mar 1, 1996 7 km E of Eden Glen, South Africa M4.4 101 km
Jan 23, 2018 4 km WSW of Soweto, South Africa M4.4 145 km
Apr 15, 1992 4 km S of Brits, South Africa M4.4 123 km
Nov 18, 2013 8 km WSW of Johannesburg, South Africa M4.3 129 km
Jul 12, 2015 21 km NW of Brits, South Africa M4.2 135 km
Jul 30, 2021 12 km SE of Alberton, South Africa M4.2 118 km
Dec 18, 2009 5 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M4.2 111 km
Dec 24, 2000 11 km ESE of Alberton, South Africa M4.1 118 km
Jun 13, 1991 6 km W of Randburg, South Africa M3.9 123 km
Apr 28, 2006 6 km SSW of Alberton, South Africa M3.8 126 km
May 27, 1995 4 km WSW of Boksburg, South Africa M3.7 110 km
Jun 24, 1991 6 km SSE of Springs, South Africa M3.7 103 km
Oct 16, 1993 10 km ESE of Springs, South Africa M3.6 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
March 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
May 58°F (15°C) 0.5 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in
July 51°F (11°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 58°F (14°C) 0.2 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
October 67°F (20°C) 2.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 4.5 in
December 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in

Wolfenkop has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 51°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Wolfenkop

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ukhozi FM S.A - AAC+ 48 kbps
JOY GOSPEL RADIO international MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Wolfenkop

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
O.R. Tambo International AirportJNBLarge Airport
Aeropark Zyn Kraal-Small Airport
Bapsfontein Airport-Small Airport
Benics Airport-Small Airport
Benics Airport-Small Airport
Blesbokfontain Airport-Small Airport
Brakpan Airport-Small Airport
Delmas Airport-Small Airport
Fly Inn Estate-Small Airport
Freeway Airport-Small Airport
Groblersdal Kob Airport-Small Airport
Kitty Hawk Airport-Small Airport
Komati Power Station Airport-Small Airport
Kriel Airport-Small Airport
Marble Hall Airport-Small Airport
Microland Flight Park-Small Airport
Middelburg Airport-Small Airport
Mooivlei Airport-Small Airport
New Largo Airport-Small Airport
Petit Airport-Small Airport
Pullenshope Hendrina Airport-Small Airport
Rhino Park Airfield-Small Airport
Sace Airport-Small Airport
Springs Airfield-Small Airport
Vanggatfontein Airport-Small Airport
Warmbaths Airport-Small Airport
Witbank Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg

🇿🇦 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 Wolfenkop

What is the population of Wolfenkop?

Wolfenkop has a population of 3,660 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,070.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Wolfenkop?

Wolfenkop enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches.

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