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Karasburg, Namibia
Karas Region · Namibia
Karasburg is a small city in Karas Region, Namibia with a population of 6,054. Elevation: 3,287 ft (1,002 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
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About Karasburg
Karasburg is a town in the ǁKaras Region of southern Namibia and the district capital of the Karasburg East electoral constituency. It lies at the heart of the southern Namibian sheep farming industry. Karasburg had a population of 6,621 people in 2023.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,054 |
| Population Density | 2,869 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,287 ft (1,002 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.0166°, 18.7480° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Karas Region |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 4.9 inches (125 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Karasburg
Karasburg is a small city in Namibia (Karas Region) with a population of 6,054. The city sits at an elevation of 3,287 feet (1,002 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.7°F |
| 24% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 327 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,287 ft (1,002 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,869/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.0166°N, 18.7480°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 53°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in |
Karasburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 53°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 4.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.2") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Karasburg
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lordsville Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Karasburg Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ernst Jager Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Karasburg Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Karasburg
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Karasburg
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Karasburg
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Karasburg
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Karasburg
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Karasburg
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Karasburg
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Karasburg
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karasburg Airport | KAS | Small Airport |
| Onseepkans Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karasburg
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Apostolic Faith Mission | |
| NG KERK |
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What is the population of Karasburg?
Karasburg has a population of 6,054 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 2,869 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karasburg?
Karasburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.9 inches.