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Adelaide, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Adelaide is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 14,606. Elevation: 1,926 ft (587 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Adelaide
Adelaide is the capital and most populous city of South Australia, as well as the fifth-most populous city in Australia. The name "Adelaide" may refer to either Greater Adelaide or the Adelaide city centre; the demonym Adelaidean is used to denote the city and the residents of Adelaide. The traditional owners of the Adelaide region are the Kaurna, with the name Tarndanya referring to the area of the city centre and surrounding Park Lands, in the Kaurna language. Adelaide is situated on the Adelaide Plains north of the Fleurieu Peninsula, between the Gulf St Vincent in the west and the Mount Lofty Ranges in the east. Its metropolitan area encompasses over 430 suburbs, extending 96 km (60 mi) from Gawler in the north to Sellicks Beach in the south and 20 km (12 mi) from the western coast to the eastern foothills of the Mount Lofty Ranges.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,606 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,926 ft (587 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.7075°, 26.2956° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.6 inches (524 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Adelaide
Adelaide is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 14,606. The city sits at an elevation of 1,926 feet (587 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Adelaide
Adelaide has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 504 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,926 ft (587 m) |
| Area | 1,391.5 sq mi (3,604.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.7075°N, 26.2956°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 2.4 in |
Adelaide has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.7") and June the driest (0.8").
Schools in Adelaide
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sipho Camagu High School | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool Adelaide | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Adelaide
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Heritage Museum |
Train Stations in Adelaide
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Adelaide
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blanco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cookhouse Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cradock Airport | CDO | Small Airport |
| Fort Beaufort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grahamstown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Henrys Flats Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kwande Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pumba Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| SHAMWARI | — | Small Airport |
| Somerset East Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Adelaide
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG gemeente Adelaide |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Adelaide?
Adelaide has a population of 14,606 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,391.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Adelaide?
Adelaide enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches.