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Alexander Bay, South Africa
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Alexander Bay is a small town in Northern Cape, South Africa with a population of 1,736. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Alexander Bay
Alexander Bay is a town in the extreme north-west of South Africa. It is located on the southern bank of the Orange River mouth. It was named for Sir James Alexander, who was the first person to map the area whilst on a Royal Geographical Society expedition into Namibia in 1836. With diamonds being discovered along the West Coast in 1925, Alexander Bay was established to service the mining industry.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,736 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.5961°, 16.4854° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Northern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alexander Bay
Alexander Bay is a small town in South Africa (Northern Cape) with a population of 1,736. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Alexander Bay
Alexander Bay 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 37 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 6,935.6 sq mi (17,963.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.5961°N, 16.4854°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in |
Alexander Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 57°F in August to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 1.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.2") and January the driest (0.1").
Museums in Alexander Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Jasper House Museum |
Gas Stations in Alexander Bay
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Alexander Bay
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Bay Airport | ALJ | Medium Airport |
| Oranjemund Airport | OMD | Medium Airport |
| Au Beep Flats Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Auchas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baken Mine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Port Nolloth Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skorpion Mine Airport | RHN | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Alexander Bay?
Alexander Bay has a population of 1,736 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 6,935.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alexander Bay?
Alexander Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.9 inches.