Pretoria, South Africa
Capital city · Population 2.1M
Pretoria is the capital and the 4th largest city in South Africa with a population of approximately 2,112,693 people as of 2026. This makes it the 189th largest city in the world, accounting for 3.30% of South Africa's total population of 64.0M. Pretoria is classified as a major city and operates in the Africa/Johannesburg timezone. The average annual temperature is 19.3°C with 308 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 1,321 meters above sea level.
Population
2,112,693
Global Rank
#189
Country Rank
#4
% of South Africa
3.30%
Avg Temperature
19.3°C
Annual Rainfall
308 mm
Elevation
1,321 m
Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Pretoria on the Map
Climate in Pretoria
Pretoria's warmest month is Dec and the coldest is Jun. The wettest month is Jan with 77 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
South Africa at a Glance
Country Population
64,007,187
Capital
Pretoria
Region
Southern Africa
Major Cities
75
GDP per Capita
$6,267
Life Expectancy
66.1 years
Urban Population
63.7%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in South Africa
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Pretoria with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Centurion | 236,580 | 13 km |
| Diepsloot | 350,000 | 27 km |
| Ivory Park | 184,383 | 28 km |
| Thembisa | 511,655 | 28 km |
| Mabopane | 110,972 | 29 km |
| Soshanguve | 872,309 | 32 km |
| Hammanskraal | 112,950 | 39 km |
| Alexandra | 179,624 | 41 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Pretoria?
The population of Pretoria, South Africa is approximately 2,112,693 people, making it the 189th largest city in the world and the 4th largest in South Africa.
Is Pretoria the capital of South Africa?
Yes, Pretoria is the capital of South Africa.
What is the climate like in Pretoria?
Pretoria has an average annual temperature of 19.3°C and receives 308 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Dec and the coldest is Jun.
What timezone is Pretoria in?
Pretoria is in the Africa/Johannesburg timezone.