Peter Mokaba Stadium Stadium

Polokwane stadium used for football and athletics events

Multipurpose stadium in Polokwane used for football and athletics, one of South Africa's 2010 World Cup venues. Spectators attend league matches and large events.

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Peter Mokaba Stadium at a Glance#

Address: Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane (formerly Pietersburg), Limpopo, South Africa

About Peter Mokaba Stadium#

Peter Mokaba Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in Polokwane, the capital of South Africa’s Limpopo province, constructed for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The venue has a bowl design and serves as a regional centre for sport and large events.

The stadium is used primarily for football matches and community sporting events and also hosts concerts and other large gatherings. Its design and construction were part of a national programme to provide modern sporting infrastructure ahead of the World Cup.

The stadium is located near the centre of Polokwane and is accessible from the city’s road network, serving as one of the major public venues in the province.

  • 2010 World Cup venue: Built and completed for use during the 2010 FIFA World Cup and used as one of several host stadiums during the tournament.
  • Capacity: Seating capacity of approximately 45,000, used for football matches, athletics events and large concerts.

How to Get to Peter Mokaba Stadium#

Located in Polokwane; reachable by car from the city center. For major events, use official transport options and local guidance on parking and shuttle services.

Tips for Visiting Peter Mokaba Stadium#

  • Buy match tickets in advance for major football games; Peter Mokaba hosts national and continental fixtures.
  • Use stadium shuttle buses on matchdays to avoid restricted city parking.
  • Check event schedules-stadium also hosts concerts and non-sporting events that can alter access.

Best Time to Visit Peter Mokaba Stadium#

Best visited on event days to experience stadium atmosphere; check fixtures and event schedules.

South African winter/spring (May-Oct)
May-Oct · 10-25°C
Good season for football and athletic events with mild weather.

Weather & Climate near Peter Mokaba Stadium#

Climate

Peter Mokaba Stadium's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 4°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (647 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 55 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAprilJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 16° - 27° 22° 117 mm partly cloudy 65% 2.3 m/s 2.8 extreme 13.3h
February Very Good 16° - 27° 21° 99 mm partly cloudy 65% 2.2 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.8h
March Excellent 14° - 26° 20° 72 mm partly cloudy 66% 2.2 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
April Excellent 11° - 24° 18° 39 mm some cloud 64% 1.9 m/s 1.7 very high 11.4h
May Excellent 7° - 23° 15° 15 mm mostly sunny 56% 1.9 m/s 1.3 high 10.9h
June Excellent 4° - 20° 12° 7 mm mostly sunny 57% 2.0 m/s 1.0 moderate 10.6h
July Excellent 4° - 20° 12° 6 mm mostly sunny 54% 2.1 m/s 1.0 high 10.7h
August Excellent 6° - 22° 14° 7 mm mostly sunny 48% 2.3 m/s 1.3 high 11.2h
September Ideal 10° - 25° 18° 18 mm mostly sunny 45% 2.8 m/s 1.7 very high 11.8h
October Excellent 12° - 26° 19° 52 mm some cloud 52% 2.9 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.5h
November Very Good 14° - 26° 20° 104 mm partly cloudy 58% 2.6 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.1h
December Very Good 16° - 27° 21° 111 mm partly cloudy 63% 2.3 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.4h