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Dysselsdorp, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Dysselsdorp is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 15,029. Elevation: 1,286 ft (392 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dysselsdorp
Dysselsdorp is a small town that lies between Oudtshoorn and De Rust in the Little Karoo. It was founded as missionary station in 1838 for the emancipated slaves and dispossessed Khoekhoen who lived in the area. Since 1996 Dysselsdorp has been used as a case study for multiple agricultural reform programmes. 12 544 People live in Dysselsdorp and it is a predominantly Afrikaans-speaking coloured community. Majority of Dysselsdorp’s workers are employed in the agricultural industry or work in the nearby town of Oudtshoorn. Dysselsdorp is located in two wards of the Oudtshoorn Local Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,029 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,286 ft (392 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.5757°, 22.4439° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.1 inches (358 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dysselsdorp
Dysselsdorp is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 15,029. The city sits at an elevation of 1,286 feet (392 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Dysselsdorp
Dysselsdorp has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 261 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,286 ft (392 m) |
| Area | 1,658.8 sq mi (4,296.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.5757°N, 22.4439°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 1.1 in |
Dysselsdorp has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 52°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.4") and June the driest (0.9").
Museums in Dysselsdorp
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CP Nel Museum | ||||
| Le Roux Town House | ||||
| Meiringspoort Interpretive Centre |
Hotels in Dysselsdorp
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dysselsdorp
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Dysselsdorp
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dysselsdorp
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| George Airport | GRJ | Large Airport |
| Oudtshoorn Airport | OUH | Medium Airport |
| Cannon Valley Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Knysna / High Way Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leppan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mossel Bay Airport | MZY | Small Airport |
| Prince Albert Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Dysselsdorp?
Dysselsdorp has a population of 15,029 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 1,658.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dysselsdorp?
Dysselsdorp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches.