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Weather & Climate in Mafikeng, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Mafikeng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 53°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 21.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,213 feet.
Temperature
75°F Jan (24°C)
53°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,213 ft (1,284 m) |
| Area | 2,151.1 sq mi (5,571.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -25.8652°N, 25.6442°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
68 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Jul 21, 1997 | 4 km W of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M5.0 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2005 | 13 km WSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.9 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Sep 6, 2004 | 17 km WNW of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.9 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Mar 23, 2002 | 9 km WSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.8 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 1998 | 16 km W of Orkney, South Africa | M4.7 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jul 18, 1990 | 5 km NE of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.7 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Dec 12, 1997 | 16 km W of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.7 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Nov 17, 1998 | 17 km WNW of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.7 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Mar 9, 2011 | South Africa | M4.7 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Sep 25, 1998 | 10 km WSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.6 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Mar 20, 1997 | 31 km W of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.6 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Aug 7, 2014 | 3 km NNW of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.6 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2005 | 7 km W of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.5 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 1996 | 16 km W of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.5 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Sep 16, 1996 | 15 km N of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.5 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 1993 | 3 km WNW of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.3 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Feb 10, 1995 | 0 km N of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.3 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Dec 25, 1996 | 9 km WSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M4.3 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Feb 6, 1991 | 5 km WNW of Klerksdorp, South Africa | M3.9 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Aug 29, 1993 | 35 km SSE of Koster, South Africa | M3.9 | 146 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) | 4.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 3.2 in |
Mafikeng has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 53°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (0.1").