Johannesburg · South Africa

Johannesburg South Africa Temple

DedicatedReference record

Announced: April 1, 1981
Groundbreaking: November 27, 1982
Dedicated: August 24, 1985

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Overview

Johannesburg South Africa Temple is in Johannesburg, South Africa. It was announced on April 1, 1981. Ground was broken on November 27, 1982. It was dedicated on August 24, 1985 by Gordon B. Hinckley.

Reference record. This page shows the verified milestones and measurements currently in our research dataset.

Timeline

April 1, 1981Announced
November 27, 1982GroundbreakingMarvin J. Ashton
July 30, 1985 – August 10, 1985Public open house
August 24, 1985DedicatedBy Gordon B. Hinckley

22 scheduled maintenance closures are recorded between 2025 and 2026. Closure schedules change; confirm on the official site before visiting.

Architecture & details

Elevation above sea level	5,765 feet
Height	112 feet
Order of dedication	36th temple dedicated
Ordinance rooms	1 baptistry · 4 instruction · 3 sealing
Site area	1 acres
Floor area	19,184 square feet

Facilities (as of October 22, 2026; these change): Distribution center · Temple clothing rental · Patron housing