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Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Jeffreys Bay is a mid-size city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 32,477. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Jeffreys Bay
Jeffreys Bay is a town of 27,107 inhabitants as of the 2011 census in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. It is the seat of the Kouga municipality and is famous amongst surfers as a surf capital due to the right-hand point break at Supertubes Beach. The town is situated just off the N2 Highway, about 75 kilometres southwest of Port Elizabeth.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,477 |
| Population Density | 4,044 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.0453°, 24.9215° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (617 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jeffreys Bay
Jeffreys Bay is a mid-size city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 32,477. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Jeffreys Bay
Jeffreys Bay 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 700 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,044/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.0453°N, 24.9215°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in |
Jeffreys Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.6").
Schools in Jeffreys Bay
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pellsrus Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Makukhanye Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jeffreys Bay Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jeffreys Bay High School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Jeffreys Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Baartman Memorial Centre | ||||
| The Humansdorp Museum |
Libraries in Jeffreys Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ukhanyiso | 0.0 |
Hotels in Jeffreys Bay
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Jeffreys Bay
23 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Jeffreys Bay
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Jeffreys Bay
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Jeffreys Bay
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Jeffreys Bay
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Jeffreys Bay
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jeffreys Bay
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jeffreys Bay
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Jeffreys Bay
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Jeffreys Bay
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Jeffreys Bay
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Jeffreys Bay
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport | PLZ | Large Airport |
| Beulah Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Humansdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kareedouw Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paradise Beach Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Progress Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Regyne Protea Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Seaview Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St Francis Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Steytlerville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uitenhage Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vlakteplaas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jeffreys Bay
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CRC Church | |
| Jeffreys bay Masjid | |
| Methodist Church of Southern Africa | |
| Revival Prayer Center Jeffreys Bay |
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What is the population of Jeffreys Bay?
Jeffreys Bay has a population of 32,477 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4,044 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jeffreys Bay?
Jeffreys Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.