Clarkson, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Clarkson is a small town in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 2,185. Elevation: 817 ft (249 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Clarkson
Clarkson is a town in Kou-Kamma Local Municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,185 |
| Elevation | 817 ft (249 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.0152°, 24.3429° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.8 inches (732 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Clarkson
Clarkson is a small town in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 2,185. The city sits at an elevation of 817 feet (249 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 817 ft (249 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.0152°S, 24.3429°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in |
Clarkson has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 56°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (1.9").
Schools in Clarkson
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkson Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Clarkson
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Beulah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Humansdorp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Joubertina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kareedouw Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paradise Beach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Regyne Protea Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| St Francis Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Steytlerville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vlakteplaas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
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Shipwrecks Near Clarkson
1 documented shipwrecks found near Clarkson.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Meng Yaw | - | A fishing trawler that sank near St Francis Bay. |
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Clarkson has a population of 2,185 residents and is located in South Africa..
What is the weather like in Clarkson?
Clarkson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches.
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