Gauteng
5.6M people
Metropolitan Municipality
Johannesburg
Johannesburg is South Africa's economic powerhouse, offering diverse job opportunities and a vibrant urban lifestyle.
Financial HubMining HeritageConstitutional CourtApartheid MuseumVibrant Arts Scene
Climate & Weather
Johannesburg enjoys a sunny climate with warm summers and mild, dry winters. Summer brings afternoon thunderstorms, while winter days are pleasant with cool nights.
Subtropical Highland
Summer
26°C
Winter
16°C
Annual Rainfall
713mm
Timezone
SAST (UTC+2)
Governance
Municipality
City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality
Mayor
Kabelo Gwamanda
Districts
Johannesburg
Midrand
Randburg
Roodepoort
Sandton
Soweto
Alexandra
Infrastructure
Essential services and facilities
127
Police Stations
42
Hospitals
1847
Schools
65%
Electricity Stability
Quality of Life Metrics
Index scores out of 100
Quality of Life72
Purchasing Power68
Safety45
Healthcare65
Cost of Living58
Traffic & Commute52
Pollution48
Climate78
Cost Trends
6-month historical data for Johannesburg