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Leerkrans, South Africa

Northern Cape · South Africa

Leerkrans is a small town in Northern Cape, South Africa with a population of 1,657. Elevation: 2,657 ft (810 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

1,657 Population 0/sq mi density
2,657 ft Elevation 810 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
8.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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People

Population1,657
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation2,657 ft (810 m)
Population1,657
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation2,657 ft (810 m)
Coordinates-28.4060°, 21.5234°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorthern Cape
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation8.8 inches (224 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Leerkrans

Leerkrans is a small town in South Africa (Northern Cape) with a population of 1,657. The city sits at an elevation of 2,657 feet (810 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Leerkrans

Leerkrans has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.4°C), the coldest is Jul (12.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 216 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28.4°C / 83°F 20.1° / 36.6° 37.0
Feb 28°C / 82°F 20.1° / 35.9° 41.4
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 17.9° / 33.8° 42.6
Apr 21.4°C / 71°F 13.4° / 29.5° 15.6
May 17.2°C / 63°F 8.6° / 25.7° 9.5
Jun 13.2°C / 56°F 4.4° / 21.9° 5.2
Jul 12.9°C / 55°F 4° / 21.8° 3.7
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 5.5° / 24.1° 0.9
Sep 18.6°C / 65°F 9.3° / 28° 3.8
Oct 22.4°C / 72°F 13.4° / 31.3° 16.3
Nov 24.8°C / 77°F 16° / 33.5° 15.8
Dec 27.2°C / 81°F 18.7° / 35.8° 23.7
Leerkrans enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 82°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 8.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,657 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above South Africa avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,657 ft (810 m)
Area8,601.9 sq mi (22,278.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-28.4060°N, 21.5234°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.8"
77% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 1.69"
Driest Month (Jun) 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 M4.6 123 km
Feb 21, 2011 89 km W of Upington, South Africa M4.6 116 km
Jan 25, 2011 88 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.4 115 km
Jan 13, 2011 88 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.4 115 km
Jan 12, 2011 91 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.2 118 km
Jan 7, 2011 85 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.1 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in Warmest
February 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in Wettest
March 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 58°F (14°C) 0.2 in
September 65°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 (27°C) 0.9 in

Leerkrans has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 54°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 8.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.7") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Leerkrans

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Leerkrans Intermediate School
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Airports Near Leerkrans

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Upington AirportUTNMedium 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

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg

🇿🇦 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 Leerkrans

What is the population of Leerkrans?

Leerkrans has a population of 1,657 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 Leerkrans?

Leerkrans enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 82°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 8.8 inches.

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