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Weather & Climate in Mvelaphanda, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Mvelaphanda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 38.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,087 feet.
Temperature
75°F Jan (24°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 69.7°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,087 ft (636 m) |
| Area | 2,763.1 sq mi (7,156.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -23.0703°N, 30.4025°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Feb 16, 2018 | 28 km WNW of Phalaborwa, South Africa | M4.5 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2016 | 25 km WSW of Phalaborwa, South Africa | M4.1 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Aug 16, 2021 | South Africa | M3.3 | 74 km | 5 km |
| Jun 23, 2018 | 31 km ESE of Lebowakgomo, South Africa | M3.0 | 145 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 6.2 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 74°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
Mvelaphanda has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 59°F in July to 76°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.7") and June the driest (0.4").