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Buffeljagsrivier, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Buffeljagsrivier is a small town in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 1,724. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1,724 Population 1/sq mi density
249 ft Elevation 76 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
15.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Buffeljagsrivier

Buffeljagsrivier

Buffeljagsrivier is a small town in the Swellendam Local Municipality in the Western Cape of South Africa. The town gets its name from the Buffeljags River. The town is about 7 km east of Swellendam and 13 km south-west of Suurbraak.

People

Population1,724
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Population1,724
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates-34.0461°, 20.5269°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation15.3 inches (388 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Buffeljagsrivier

Buffeljagsrivier is a small town in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 1,724. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Buffeljagsrivier enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 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 15.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above South Africa avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area2,417.5 sq mi (6,261.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-34.0461°N, 20.5269°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.3"
60% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 1.77"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.83"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 74°F (24°C) 1.1 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in Wettest
May 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
June 56°F (14°C) 1.5 in
July 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
December 72°F (22°C) 1.0 in

Buffeljagsrivier has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 55°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.8") and January the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Buffeljagsrivier

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mullersrus Primêre Skool
Buffel-Jagsrivier Laerskool
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Museums in Buffeljagsrivier

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Drostdy Museum
Mayville drostdy museum

Libraries in Buffeljagsrivier

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archbishop Desmond Tutu Library0.0
Railton Library0.0

Restaurants in Buffeljagsrivier

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rolandale Rest Stop

Cafes in Buffeljagsrivier

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oude Poste Bistro

Train Stations in Buffeljagsrivier

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buffeljagsrivier

Gas Stations in Buffeljagsrivier

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP Buffeljagsrivier

Airports Near Buffeljagsrivier

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Robertson AirportRODMedium Airport
Andrew's FieldSmall Airport
Ashton AirportSmall Airport
Black OystercatcherSmall Airport
Bredasdorp AirportSmall Airport
De Hoop Nature Reserve AirstripSmall Airport
Elandspad AirfieldSmall Airport
Hendrik Swellengrebel AirportSmall Airport
Overberg AirportOVGSmall Airport
Riversdale AirportSmall Airport
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
128 m (420 ft)
Founded
1746
Postal Code
6740
Website
swellenmun.co.za/

🇿🇦 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 Buffeljagsrivier

What is the population of Buffeljagsrivier?

Buffeljagsrivier has a population of 1,724 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,417.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Buffeljagsrivier?

Buffeljagsrivier enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.3 inches.

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