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Augrabies, South Africa

Northern Cape · South Africa

Augrabies is a small town in Northern Cape, South Africa with a population of 3,627. Elevation: 2,054 ft (626 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

3,627 Population 16/sq mi density
2,054 ft Elevation 626 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
6.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Augrabies

Augrabies is a small town in the Northern Cape province of South Africa, situated on the south bank of the Orange River about 100 kilometres (60 mi) downstream from Upington. It is located on the R359 road just outside the Augrabies Falls National Park, which contains the Augrabies Falls for which the town is named.

People

Population3,627
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation2,054 ft (626 m)
Population3,627
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation2,054 ft (626 m)
Coordinates-28.6333°, 20.3500°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorthern Cape
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation6.7 inches (169 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Augrabies

Augrabies is a small town in South Africa (Northern Cape) with a population of 3,627. The city sits at an elevation of 2,054 feet (626 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Augrabies enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 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 6.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,054 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average68.9°F
28% above South Africa avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,054 ft (626 m)
Area224.3 sq mi (580.8 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates-28.6333°N, 20.3500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.7"
83% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.26"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 27, 2021.

Apr 6, 2011 South Africa M4.6 10 km
Feb 21, 2011 89 km W of Upington, South Africa M4.6 4 km
Jun 27, 2021 102 km ENE of Karasburg, Namibia M4.6 128 km
Jan 25, 2011 88 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.4 11 km
Jan 13, 2011 88 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.4 10 km
Mar 11, 1993 41 km SSE of Warmbad, Namibia M4.3 148 km
Jan 12, 2011 91 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.2 7 km
Jan 7, 2011 85 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.1 23 km
Nov 20, 1993 89 km SSE of Pofadder, South Africa M3.5 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in Warmest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 58°F (15°C) 0.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.7 in

Augrabies has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 55°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 6.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.3") and June the driest (0.1").

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Hotels in Augrabies

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dundi Lodge
The Falls Guest House

Gas Stations in Augrabies

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex Fuel
ZA #447832674

Stadiums & Teams in Augrabies

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Airports Near Augrabies

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ariamsvlei AirportSmall Airport
Augrabies AirportSmall Airport
Augrabies South AirportSmall Airport
Bakenrant Boerdery AirportSmall Airport
Bakenrant North AirportSmall Airport
Kakamas AirportSmall Airport
Kakamas West AirportSmall Airport
Skuit Drift AirportSmall Airport
Southern Farms AirportSmall Airport
Tutwa AirfieldSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
8874

🇿🇦 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 Augrabies

What is the population of Augrabies?

Augrabies has a population of 3,627 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 224.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Augrabies?

Augrabies enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.7 inches.

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