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Bedford, South Africa
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Bedford is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 10,506. Elevation: 2,448 ft (746 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About Bedford
Bedford is a market town in Bedfordshire, England. At the 2021 Census, the population of its urban area was 167,446. Bedford is the county town of Bedfordshire and seat of the Borough of Bedford local government district.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,506 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,448 ft (746 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.6790°, 26.0869° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.0 inches (509 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bedford
Bedford is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 10,506. The city sits at an elevation of 2,448 feet (746 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Bedford
Bedford has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 649 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,448 ft (746 m) |
| Area | 1,391.5 sq mi (3,604.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.6790°N, 26.0869°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in |
Bedford has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 54°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.6") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Bedford
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Country School | — | — | — | — |
| Templeton High School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Bedford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Heritage Museum |
Hotels in Bedford
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bedford
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bedford
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bedford
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bedford
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bedford
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bedford
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bedford
9 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 |
| Somerset East Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bedford
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bedford Anglican Church | |
| Bedford Catholic Church | |
| Bedford Presbyterian Church | |
| Dutch Reformed Church | |
| Seventh Day Adventist |
Quick Facts
🇿🇦 About South Africa
Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Bedford?
Bedford has a population of 10,506 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,391.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bedford?
Bedford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches.