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Grabouw, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Grabouw is a mid-size city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 37,490. Elevation: 1,089 ft (332 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Grabouw
Grabouw is a town located in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Grabouw is located some 65 km south-east of Cape Town, over Sir Lowry's Pass from Somerset West, along the N2 highway. The town is the commercial centre for the vast Elgin Valley, the largest single export fruit-producing area in Southern Africa, which extends between the Hottentots-Holland, Kogelberg, Groenland, and Houwhoek Mountains. The town's population has grown rapidly, with 44,593 people in 2019 from 21,593 as listed by the 2001 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,490 |
| Population Density | 14,588 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,089 ft (332 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.1515°, 19.0151° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.7 inches (1,694 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
About Grabouw
Grabouw is a mid-size city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 37,490. The city sits at an elevation of 1,089 feet (332 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Grabouw
Grabouw has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (21.3°C), the coldest is Jul (11.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 993 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,089 ft (332 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 14,588/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.1515°N, 19.0151°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in |
Grabouw has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 51°F in August to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Grabouw
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applewood Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Grabouw
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bok Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Helderberg FM | community radio | MP3 |
Museums in Grabouw
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franschhoek Cellar | ||||
| Huguenot Memorial Museum | ||||
| Lwandle Migrant Workers Museum | ||||
| Lwandle Migrant Workers Museum | ||||
| Museo Della Passione | ||||
| Museo Della Passione | ||||
| Rupert Museum | ||||
| Stellenbosch University Museum | ||||
| Toy Museum | ||||
| Vergelegen Library | ||||
| Vergelegen Library | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Voorgelegen |
Libraries in Grabouw
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Betty's Bay Lbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Cloetesville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Franschoek Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gordon's Bay Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Idas Valley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Peter Wessels Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Somerset West Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Somerset West Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stellenbosch University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Strand Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Suider-strand Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Suider-strand Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Grabouw
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaauwklippen Family Market | |||||
| Elgin Railway Market | |||||
| Franschhoek Village Market | |||||
| Lourensford Market | |||||
| Lourensford Market | |||||
| Root44 | |||||
| Somerset West Market | |||||
| Somerset West Market |
Restaurants in Grabouw
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Grabouw
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Grabouw
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Grabouw
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Grabouw
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Grabouw
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Grabouw
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Grabouw
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Grabouw
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town International Airport | CPT | Large Airport |
| Ysterplaat Air Force Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Altona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Atlantic Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Caledon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cape Winelands Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Contermanskloof Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| De Doorns Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delta 200 Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Malmesbury Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Morningstar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Paarl East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pearly Beach Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stellenbosch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Worcester Glider Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Grabouw
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Strand Community Day Centre | ||
| Therapy in Action Somerset West |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Grabouw
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AFM Corpos Christi | |
| Grabouw Aanbiddingsentrum - PPK | |
| Our Lady of Grabouw Cath. Church |
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What is the population of Grabouw?
Grabouw has a population of 37,490 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 14,588 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Grabouw?
Grabouw enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 66.7 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.