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Le Roux, South Africa
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Le Roux is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 17,432. Elevation: 810 ft (247 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Le Roux
Franschhoek is a small town in the Western Cape Province and one of the oldest towns in South Africa. It was formerly known as Oliphants hoek. It is situated about 75 kilometres (47 mi) from Cape Town, a 45-minute drive away. The whole area, including townships such as Groendal and suburbs such as Wemmershoek, has a population of slightly over 20,000 people while the town proper, known as Hugenote, has a population of around 1,000. Since 2000, it has been incorporated into Stellenbosch Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,432 |
| Population Density | 47 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 810 ft (247 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.8906°, 19.1033° |
| 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 Le Roux
Le Roux is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 17,432. The city sits at an elevation of 810 feet (247 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 Le Roux
Le Roux has an average annual temperature of 15.6°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.7°C), the coldest is Jul (9.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 714 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 | 810 ft (247 m) |
| Area | 373.1 sq mi (966.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 47/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.8906°N, 19.1033°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 1.2 in |
Le Roux has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 52°F in August to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.0").
Schools in Le Roux
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groendal Premêre Skool | — | — | — | — |
| DALUBUHLE PRIMARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Groendal Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| The Kusasa Project | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Le Roux
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bok Radio | — | MP3 | |
| Helderberg FM | community radio | MP3 |
Museums in Le Roux
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afrikaanse Taalmuseum | ||||
| De Oude Woning | ||||
| Franschhoek Cellar | ||||
| Franschhoek Motor Museum | ||||
| Heemkring Archive | ||||
| Historium Conference Centre | ||||
| Huguenot Memorial Museum | ||||
| Lwandle Migrant Workers Museum | ||||
| Lwandle Migrant Workers Museum | ||||
| Museo Della Passione | ||||
| Museo Della Passione | ||||
| Museum van de Caab | ||||
| Ouma Granny's House | ||||
| Paarl Museum | ||||
| Pniel Museum | ||||
| Soetmelksvlei – A family experience by Babylonstoren | ||||
| Stellenbosch University Museum | ||||
| Toy Museum | ||||
| Tractor Museum | ||||
| Vergelegen Library | ||||
| Vergelegen Library | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Voorgelegen |
Libraries in Le Roux
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloetesville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Franschoek Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Groenheuwel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Idas Valley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| Paarl Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stellenbosch University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Villiersdorp Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wellington Readers Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windmeul Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Le Roux
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franschhoek Village Market | |||||
| Lourensford Market | |||||
| Lourensford Market |
Hotels in Le Roux
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Le Roux
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Le Roux
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Le Roux
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBC brewery tasting room | ||||
| Lilypatrick | ||||
| Soul Barrel Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Le Roux
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Le Roux
19 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 |
| Black Oystercatcher | — | Small Airport |
| Caledon Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Cape Winelands Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ceres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Contermanskloof Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| De Doorns Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Delta 200 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Diepkloof Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Malmesbury Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Morningstar Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Paarl East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pearly Beach Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Somersveld Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Stellenbosch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Worcester Glider Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Le Roux
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Butterfly Centre | ||
| Therapy in Action Somerset West |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Le Roux?
Le Roux has a population of 17,432 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 373.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Le Roux?
Le Roux 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.