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Graafwater, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Graafwater is a small town in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 2,708. Elevation: 574 ft (175 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Graafwater
Graafwater is a town in the Sandveld in the Western Cape province of South Africa situated 300 km from Cape Town, about halfway between Clanwilliam and Lamberts Bay. Graafwater is the Afrikaans term for "digging for water" referring to the Afrikaans farming culture found in South Africa at the time of establishment. It is located in the Cederberg Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,708 |
| Population Density | 459 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 574 ft (175 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.1547°, 18.6032° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.0 inches (254 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Graafwater
Graafwater is a small town in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 2,708. The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet (175 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 574 ft (175 m) |
| Area | 5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 459/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.1547°N, 18.6032°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in |
Graafwater has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 55°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 10.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.7") and February the driest (0.2").
Train Stations in Graafwater
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Graafwater
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Graafwater
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vredendal Airport | VRE | Medium Airport |
| Bushmans Kloof Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Citrusdal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clanwilliam Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clanwilliam Nootgedacht Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Doringbaai Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Holrivier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lambert's Bay Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lebanon Citrus Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Papendorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Suiderland Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Trawal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vanrhynsdorp Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
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What is the population of Graafwater?
Graafwater has a population of 2,708 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 459 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Graafwater?
Graafwater enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.0 inches.