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Kranshoek, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Kranshoek is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 6,705. Elevation: 538 ft (164 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

6,705 Population 15/sq mi density
538 ft Elevation 164 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
30.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Kranshoek

Kranshoek is a settlement in Garden Route District Municipality in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

People

Population6,705
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Population6,705
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Coordinates-34.0878°, 23.2833°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation30.5 inches (773 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kranshoek

Kranshoek is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 6,705. The city sits at an elevation of 538 feet (164 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Kranshoek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 30.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 538 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above South Africa avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Area458.9 sq mi (1,188.4 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-34.0878°N, 23.2833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.5"
20% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.62"
Driest Month (Jun) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Oct 18, 2016.

Oct 18, 2016 29 km E of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.5 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 69°F (21°C) 2.2 in
March 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
April 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in
June 56°F (14°C) 2.0 in Driest
July 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in Wettest
November 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
December 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in

Kranshoek has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 54°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Kranshoek

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Murray High School
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Museums in Kranshoek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
The Motorcycle Room

Libraries in Kranshoek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Knysna Public Library0.0
Leisure Island Library0.0
New Horizons Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kranshoek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
African Arts Market

Hotels in Kranshoek

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tsala Treetop Lodge

Restaurants in Kranshoek

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Forest Gate Oyster Bar and Restaurant
Heath Cafe
Ice Dream Land Pizzeria
Zinzi

Cafes in Kranshoek

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JH Coffee
Pepper Tree Cafe
Platpadda Padstall Harkerville

Zoos in Kranshoek

2 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Knysna Elephant Park
Radical Raptors

Gas Stations in Kranshoek

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sasol

Breweries in Kranshoek

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Mitchell's Brewery
Red Bridge Brewing Co.

Airports Near Kranshoek

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Plettenberg Bay AirportPBZMedium Airport
Bosrivier AirstripSmall Airport
Dudley's FieldSmall Airport
Joubertina AirportSmall Airport
Knysna / High Way AirfieldSmall Airport
Leppan AirfieldSmall Airport
Stanley Island AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
129 m (423 ft)
Postal Code
6605

🇿🇦 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 Kranshoek

What is the population of Kranshoek?

Kranshoek has a population of 6,705 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 458.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kranshoek?

Kranshoek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches.

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