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Aliwal North, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Aliwal North is a mid-size city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 44,436. Elevation: 4,347 ft (1,325 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

44,436 Population 22/sq mi density
4,347 ft Elevation 1,325 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
22.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Aliwal North

Aliwal North

Aliwal North, officially Maletswai, is a town in central South Africa on the banks of the Orange River, Eastern Cape Province. It is a medium-sized commercial centre in the northernmost part of the Eastern Cape. The Dutch Reformed Church was built in 1855.

People

Population44,436
Density22/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation4,347 ft (1,325 m)
Population44,436
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation4,347 ft (1,325 m)
Coordinates-30.6937°, 26.7114°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation22.1 inches (560 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Aliwal North

Aliwal North is a mid-size city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 44,436. The city sits at an elevation of 4,347 feet (1,325 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Aliwal North

Aliwal North 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 463 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 54.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 81.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 88.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 31.6
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 24.1
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 7.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 8.4
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 13.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 53.3
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 58.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 29.8
Aliwal North enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 22.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,347 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above South Africa avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,347 ft (1,325 m)
Area2,009.9 sq mi (5,205.7 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates-30.6937°N, 26.7114°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.1"
42% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 3.82"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Sep 15, 2017.

Sep 15, 2017 58 km S of Bloemfontein, South Africa M4.4 126 km
Jan 27, 2002 25 km S of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 139 km
Feb 8, 1995 35 km NE of Mohale’s Hoek, Lesotho M3.7 130 km
Apr 17, 1993 52 km W of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.9 99 km
Jun 10, 1993 11 km WNW of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.7 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 2.7 in Warmest
February 70°F (21°C) 3.8 in Wettest
March 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in
April 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.6 in
July 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
November 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in

Aliwal North has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 45°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Aliwal North

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Aliwal North High School
Girl Guides South Africa Eastern Cape
Aliwal North Primary School
Bishop Demont High School
Holy Cross Primary School
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Restaurants in Aliwal North

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Little Ranch

Cafes in Aliwal North

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Pantry

Train Stations in Aliwal North

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aliwal North
Sonskyn

Gas Stations in Aliwal North

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
Caltex
Engen
Shell
TotalEnergies
ZA #13695918746

Golf Courses in Aliwal North

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aliwal North Golf Club

Airports Near Aliwal North

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aliwal North AirportSmall Airport
Braklaagte East AirportSmall Airport
Brosterlea Farm AirportSmall Airport
Burghersdorp AirportSmall Airport
Corbetts Hope AirportSmall Airport
Dordrecht AirportSmall Airport
Lady Grey Golf Course AirstripSmall Airport
Mayaputi Game Reserve AirportSmall Airport
Molteno AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Aliwal North

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
NG Kerk - Aliwal-Noord
Sacred Heart Cath. Cathedral

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,325 m (4,347 ft)
Founded
1849
Postal Code
9750

🇿🇦 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 Aliwal North

What is the population of Aliwal North?

Aliwal North has a population of 44,436 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 2,009.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aliwal North?

Aliwal North enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.

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