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Genadendal, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Genadendal is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 6,784. Elevation: 896 ft (273 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

6,784 Population 4,434/sq mi density
896 ft Elevation 273 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Genadendal

Genadendal

Genadendal is a town in the Western Cape province of South Africa, built on the site of the oldest mission station in the country. It was originally known as Baviaanskloof, but was renamed Genadendal in 1806. Genadendal was the place of the first Teachers' Training College in South Africa, founded in 1838.

People

Population6,784
Density4,434/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Population6,784
Population Density4,434 / sq mi
Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Coordinates-34.0378°, 19.5622°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation23.8 inches (604 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Genadendal

Genadendal is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 6,784. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet (273 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Genadendal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 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 23.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above South Africa avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density4,434/sq mi
Coordinates-34.0378°N, 19.5622°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.8"
37% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.27"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.02"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in Warmest
March 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in
April 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in
July 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in Coldest
August 53°F (11°C) 3.3 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
December 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in

Genadendal has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 51°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Genadendal

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Emil Weder High School
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Museums in Genadendal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moravian Mission Museum

Libraries in Genadendal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Caledon Library0.0
Caledon Town Hall Library0.0
Greyton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Genadendal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Greyton Saturday Morning Market

Airports Near Genadendal

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Robertson AirportRODMedium Airport
Andrew's FieldSmall Airport
Ashton AirportSmall Airport
Black OystercatcherSmall Airport
Bredasdorp AirportSmall Airport
Caledon AirfieldSmall Airport
Ceres AirportSmall Airport
De Doorns AirportSmall Airport
Overberg AirportOVGSmall Airport
Paarl East AirportSmall Airport
Pearly Beach AirstripSmall Airport
Stellenbosch AirportSmall Airport
Worcester Glider AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Genadendal

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Moravian Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
252 m (827 ft)
Area
4.0 km² (1.5 mi²)
Founded
1738
Postal Code
7234

🇿🇦 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 Genadendal

What is the population of Genadendal?

Genadendal has a population of 6,784 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4,434 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Genadendal?

Genadendal 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 51°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches.

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