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Caledon, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Caledon is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 16,752. Elevation: 853 ft (260 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Caledon
Caledon, originally named Swartberg, is a town in the Overberg region in the Western Cape province of South Africa, located about 100 kilometres (62 mi) east of Cape Town next to mineral-rich hot springs. As of 2011 it had a population of 13,020. It is located in, and the seat of, the Theewaterskloof Local Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,752 |
| Population Density | 2,403 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.2300°, 19.4265° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.6 inches (651 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Caledon
Caledon is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 16,752. The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet (260 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Caledon
Caledon has an average annual temperature of 15.6°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.7°C), the coldest is Jul (9.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 714 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,403/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.2300°N, 19.4265°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 1.1 in |
Caledon has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 52°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (1.0").
Schools in Caledon
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overberg High School | - | - | - | - |
| Overberg Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Caledon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moravian Mission Museum | ||||
| Old Harbour Museum | ||||
| Photographic Museum | ||||
| Tractor Museum | ||||
| Whale Museum |
Libraries in Caledon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caledon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Caledon Town Hall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greyton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hermanus Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mount Pleasant Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stanford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tesselaarsdal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Villiersdorp Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zwelihle Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Caledon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greyton Saturday Morning Market | |||||
| Hermanus Country Market | |||||
| Old Harbour Market |
Hotels in Caledon
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Caledon
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Caledon
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Caledon
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Caledon
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Caledon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkenhead |
Airports Near Caledon
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Robertson Airport | ROD | Medium Airport |
| Andrew's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Ashton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Black Oystercatcher | - | Small Airport |
| Bredasdorp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Caledon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cape Winelands Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malmesbury Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paarl East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pearly Beach Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stellenbosch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Worcester Glider Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Caledon
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Trinity | |
| NG Caledon Moedergemeente |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
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What is the population of Caledon?
Caledon has a population of 16,752 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2,403 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Caledon?
Caledon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches.