Weather & Climate in Ga-Malakhe, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ga-Malakhe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 682 feet.
Temperature
75°F Jan (24°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 682 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 677.3 sq mi (1,754.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.8063°S, 30.3348°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
5 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Jul 26, 1991 | 10 km NNW of Port Shepstone, South Africa | M3.8 | 20 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 1994 | 9 km SE of Howick, South Africa | M3.7 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Feb 6, 2016 | South Africa | M3.7 | 145 km | 15 km |
| Jan 27, 1994 | 52 km WSW of Kokstad, South Africa | M3.4 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 1990 | 27 km ESE of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho | M3.1 | 148 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in |
Ga-Malakhe has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 64°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (1.1").