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Calitzdorp, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Calitzdorp is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 5,133. Elevation: 853 ft (260 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,133 Population 3/sq mi density
853 ft Elevation 260 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
10.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Calitzdorp

Calitzdorp

Calitzdorp is a town on the Western side of the Little or Klein Karoo in the Western Cape Province of South Africa and lies on South Africa's Route 62.

People

Population5,133
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain10.9 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Population5,133
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Coordinates-33.5276°, 21.6762°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation10.9 inches (276 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Calitzdorp

Calitzdorp is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 5,133. The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet (260 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Calitzdorp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 10.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above South Africa avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Area1,918.6 sq mi (4,969.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-33.5276°N, 21.6762°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.9"
71% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 1.26"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Oct 18, 2016.

Oct 18, 2016 29 km E of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.5 68 km
Nov 5, 2009 43 km NNE of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.3 88 km
May 14, 2011 39 km NNE of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.1 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.9 in Warmest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.9 in
March 71°F (21°C) 1.0 in
April 65°F (19°C) 1.3 in Wettest
May 60°F (15°C) 0.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in
July 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in
September 59°F (15°C) 0.7 in Driest
October 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
November 67°F (20°C) 0.8 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in

Calitzdorp has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 54°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 10.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.3") and September the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Calitzdorp

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Calitzdorp High School - - - -
Excelsior VGK Primary School - - - -
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Museums in Calitzdorp

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Calitzdorp Museum

Libraries in Calitzdorp

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Zoar Public Library0.0

Hotels in Calitzdorp

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Calitzdorp Spa
The Queen of Calitzdorp

Restaurants in Calitzdorp

8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

De Krans
Dorpshuis
Gila Restaurant
Gila Restaurant
Porto Deli Pub
Sandy's Kitchen
Vinyard Kitchen
Zamani Grill

Cafes in Calitzdorp

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elca
Lookuout Post Cafe
Rose of the Karoo

Train Stations in Calitzdorp

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Calitzdorp

Gas Stations in Calitzdorp

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
Caltex

Airports Near Calitzdorp

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
George AirportGRJLarge Airport
Oudtshoorn AirportOUHMedium Airport
Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Mossel Bay AirportMZYSmall Airport
Prince Albert Airport-Small Airport
Riversdale Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Calitzdorp

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
NG Kerk - Calitzdorp
St Mark's Anglican Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
260 m (853 ft)
Founded
1821
Postal Code
6660

🇿🇦 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 Calitzdorp

What is the population of Calitzdorp?

Calitzdorp has a population of 5,133 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,918.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Calitzdorp?

Calitzdorp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.9 inches.

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