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Alexandria, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Alexandria is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 12,084. Elevation: 574 ft (175 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

12,084 Population 12/sq mi density
574 ft Elevation 175 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
25.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Alexandria

Alexandria

Alexandria is a major city in Egypt. Lying at the western edge of the Nile River Delta, it extends about 40 km (25 mi) along the country's northern coast. It is Egypt's principal seaport, the second largest city after Cairo, and the largest city on the Mediterranean coast. Founded in 331 BC by Alexander the Great, Alexandria is one of the largest and most important cities of antiquity and a leading hub for science, culture, and scholarship.

People

Population12,084
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Population12,084
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Coordinates-33.6535°, 26.4127°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation25.0 inches (634 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Alexandria

Alexandria is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 12,084. The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet (175 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Alexandria

Alexandria has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.3°C), the coldest is Jul (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 548 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.3°C / 72°F 13.6° / 38.2° 67.3
Feb 22.3°C / 72°F 13.1° / 35.5° 50.2
Mar 21.5°C / 71°F 12.9° / 37.8° 54.0
Apr 18.4°C / 65°F 10.2° / 34° 44.8
May 16.8°C / 62°F 7.8° / 30.9° 51.2
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 6.8° / 26.2° 29.9
Jul 13.7°C / 57°F 5.1° / 27.4° 17.9
Aug 14.4°C / 58°F 5.1° / 30.5° 18.4
Sep 16.3°C / 61°F 6.8° / 34° 39.2
Oct 17.8°C / 64°F 8.6° / 35.9° 71.4
Nov 19.2°C / 66°F 10.8° / 35.1° 46.1
Dec 20.8°C / 69°F 12.1° / 36.9° 58.2
Alexandria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above South Africa avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area1,026.2 sq mi (2,657.7 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-33.6535°N, 26.4127°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.0"
34% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.87"
Driest Month (May) 1.46"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 2.0 in
February 71°F (22°C) 2.3 in Warmest
March 69°F (21°C) 2.5 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
May 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in Driest
June 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
July 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Wettest
November 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in

Alexandria has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 59°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.9") and May the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Alexandria

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Alexandria Full Service School
Ukhanyo Secondary School
Bhongweni Public Farm School
Alexandria High School
Shenstone Farm School
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Hotels in Alexandria

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Settlers Drift Lodge

Cafes in Alexandria

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

De Boschen Farmstall
Tam' Ja Zi

Train Stations in Alexandria

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alexandria

Gas Stations in Alexandria

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
ZA #2386604772

Banks in Alexandria

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ABSA
Standard Bank

Golf Courses in Alexandria

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alexandra Golf Course

Airports Near Alexandria

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fort D'Acre Reserve AirportSmall Airport
Grahamstown AirportSmall Airport
Henrys Flats AirportSmall Airport
Kenton-on-Sea AirportSmall Airport
Kwande AirstripSmall Airport
Port Alfred AirportAFDSmall Airport
Pumba AirstripSmall Airport
SHAMWARISmall Airport

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
175 m (574 ft)
Founded
1820
Postal Code
6185

🇿🇦 About South Africa

Capital Pretoria
Population 57,779,622
Area 1,219,912 km²
GDP (USD) $381,440,724,491
GDP per capita $6,034
HDI 0.717
Life expectancy 66.1 years
Internet users 75.7%
Urban population 63.6%
Currency ZAR (Rand)
Languages Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Vend...
Calling code +27
TLD .za
Driving side left

Public Holidays in South Africa

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 21 Human Rights Day Human Rights Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Family Day Family Day
Apr 27 Freedom Day Freedom Day
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
Jun 16 Youth Day Youth Day
Aug 10 National Women's Day National Women's Day
Sep 24 Heritage Day Heritage Day
Dec 16 Day of Reconciliation Day of Reconciliation
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Day of Goodwill St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alexandria

What is the population of Alexandria?

Alexandria has a population of 12,084 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 1,026.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alexandria?

Alexandria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches.

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