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Grootdrink, South Africa

Northern Cape · South Africa

Grootdrink is a small town in Northern Cape, South Africa with a population of 3,169. Elevation: 2,828 ft (862 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

3,169 Population 0/sq mi density
2,828 ft Elevation 862 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
9.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Grootdrink

Grootdrink is a town in !Kheis Local Municipality in the Northern Cape province of South Africa on the N10 National Route and on the Orange River. The town is known as being the centre of wine production in the Northern Cape.

People

Population3,169
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain9.0 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation2,828 ft (862 m)
Population3,169
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation2,828 ft (862 m)
Coordinates-28.5640°, 21.7466°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorthern Cape
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation9.0 inches (228 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Grootdrink

Grootdrink is a small town in South Africa (Northern Cape) with a population of 3,169. The city sits at an elevation of 2,828 feet (862 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Grootdrink enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 320 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 9.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,828 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above South Africa avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,828 ft (862 m)
Area8,601.9 sq mi (22,278.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-28.5640°N, 21.7466°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.0"
76% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 1.73"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Apr 6, 2011.

Apr 6, 2011 South Africa M4.6 140 km
Feb 21, 2011 89 km W of Upington, South Africa M4.6 136 km
Jan 25, 2011 88 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.4 132 km
Jan 13, 2011 88 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.4 133 km
Jan 12, 2011 91 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.2 136 km
Jan 7, 2011 85 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.1 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in Warmest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in Wettest
March 76°F (25°C) 1.7 in
April 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in
May 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in
July 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in
October 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.7 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.9 in

Grootdrink has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 54°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 9.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.7") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Grootdrink

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gariepwater Primêre Skool
Grootdrink Intermediate School
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Airports Near Grootdrink

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Upington AirportUTNMedium Airport
Glen Lyon Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Groblershoop AirportSmall Airport
Kalahari OryxSmall Airport
Karos AirstripSmall Airport
Klippunt AirstripSmall Airport
Namakwari Safaris AirportSmall Airport
Skerpioenpunt AirportSmall Airport
Vaalkoppies Settlement AirportSmall Airport
Vastrap AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Grootdrink

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Nederduitse Gereformeerde Kerk

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
8822

🇿🇦 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 Grootdrink

What is the population of Grootdrink?

Grootdrink has a population of 3,169 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 8,601.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Grootdrink?

Grootdrink enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.0 inches.

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