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Brandvlei, South Africa

Northern Cape · South Africa

Brandvlei is a small town in Northern Cape, South Africa with a population of 2,859. Elevation: 3,022 ft (921 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2,859 Population 253/sq mi density
3,022 ft Elevation 921 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
6.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Brandvlei

Brandvlei is a small town in the Karoo region of the Northern Cape, South Africa. This is where a 19th-century trekboer called Ou Brand settled. Brand camped at this spot at the Sakrivier, a dry river bed, which only occasionally had water after good rains – and which typically result in flash floods. The settlement was cut in two by such a flood in 1961. After it was recovered, a municipality was formed in 1962.

People

Population2,859
Density253/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain6.2 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation3,022 ft (921 m)
Population2,859
Population Density253 / sq mi
Elevation3,022 ft (921 m)
Coordinates-30.4653°, 20.4866°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorthern Cape
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation6.2 inches (158 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Brandvlei

Brandvlei is a small town in South Africa (Northern Cape) with a population of 2,859. The city sits at an elevation of 3,022 feet (921 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Brandvlei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 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 6.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,022 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above South Africa avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,022 ft (921 m)
Area11.3 sq mi (29.2 km²)
Population Density253/sq mi
Coordinates-30.4653°N, 20.4866°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.2"
84% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.10"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.24"

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Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jan 5, 2022.

Dec 31, 1994 50 km ENE of Brandvlei, South Africa M4.5 50 km
Jan 5, 2022 91 km S of Pofadder, South Africa M4.5 117 km
Apr 6, 2001 82 km S of Pofadder, South Africa M4.1 124 km
Nov 20, 1993 89 km SSE of Pofadder, South Africa M3.5 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in Warmest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
March 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
May 56°F (14°C) 0.4 in
June 51°F (11°C) 0.4 in
July 50°F (10°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 53°F (12°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in
October 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in

Brandvlei has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 50°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 6.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.1") and August the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Brandvlei

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Brandvlei Primêre Skool
Brandvlei High School
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Restaurants in Brandvlei

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

De Windpomp

Gas Stations in Brandvlei

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZA #223305853

Airports Near Brandvlei

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brandviei AirfieldSmall Airport
Flamingo Vlei AirportSmall Airport
Gifvlei AirportSmall Airport
Halfweg AirportSmall Airport

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
922 m (3,025 ft)
Area
29.3 km² (11.3 mi²)
Founded
1862
Postal Code
8915

🇿🇦 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
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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 Brandvlei

What is the population of Brandvlei?

Brandvlei has a population of 2,859 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 253 people per square mile, spread across 11.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Brandvlei?

Brandvlei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.2 inches.

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