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Citrusdal, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Citrusdal is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 8,598. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

8,598 Population 4,750/sq mi density
541 ft Elevation 165 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
12.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Citrusdal

Citrusdal

Citrusdal is a town of 5,000 people in the Olifants River Valley in the Western Cape province of South Africa. It is situated at the base of the Cederberg mountains about 160 kilometres (100 mi) north of Cape Town. Agriculture in the area is dominated by citrus fruit farming, hence the town's name. Natural hot water springs occur in the area.
It also has a high school named Cederberg Academy and a private school and two other primary schools and lots of creches.

People

Population8,598
Density4,750/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Population8,598
Population Density4,750 / sq mi
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Coordinates-32.5922°, 19.0152°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation12.7 inches (323 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Citrusdal

Citrusdal is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 8,598. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Citrusdal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 12.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above South Africa avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density4,750/sq mi
Coordinates-32.5922°N, 19.0152°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.7"
67% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.09"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in Warmest
March 69°F (20°C) 0.7 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
May 56°F (14°C) 1.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in Wettest
July 51°F (10°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in
October 60°F (16°C) 0.7 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in

Citrusdal has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 51°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 12.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and January the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Citrusdal

Institution Type Founded Website
West Coast College College Visit →

Schools in Citrusdal

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Olifantsvallei Primary School
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Radio Stations near Citrusdal

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Hotels in Citrusdal

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citrusdal Country Lodge
Piekenierskloof Mountain Resort

Restaurants in Citrusdal

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bydidam Resort
Citrusdal Country Lodge Restaurant
Hebron Restaurant
Kardoesie
The Old Village

Cafes in Citrusdal

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Die Sandveldhuisie
Eenstop Kafee

Gas Stations in Citrusdal

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Astron Energy
Caltex
ZA #7576370676

Banks in Citrusdal

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ABSA
Standard Bank

Golf Courses in Citrusdal

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citrusdal Golf Club

Airports Near Citrusdal

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bushmans Kloof AirportSmall Airport
Ceres AirportSmall Airport
Citrusdal AirportSmall Airport
Clanwilliam AirportSmall Airport
Clanwilliam Nootgedacht AirstripSmall Airport
Kagga Kamma AirportSmall Airport
Lambert's Bay AirfieldSmall Airport
Lebanon Citrus Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Somersveld AirportSmall Airport
Suiderland AirstripSmall Airport
Tankwa International AirportSmall Airport
Trawal AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Citrusdal

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Citrusdal Post Office

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
252 m (827 ft)
Area
4.7 km² (1.8 mi²)
Founded
1916
Postal Code
7340

🇿🇦 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 Citrusdal

What is the population of Citrusdal?

Citrusdal has a population of 8,598 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4,750 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Citrusdal?

Citrusdal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.7 inches.

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