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Louterwater, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Louterwater is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 5,785. Elevation: 2,198 ft (670 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Louterwater
Louterwater is a town in Sarah Baartman District Municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, located between Joubertina and Misgund on the R62 road.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,785 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,198 ft (670 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.8001°, 23.6638° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.5 inches (773 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Louterwater
Louterwater is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 5,785. The city sits at an elevation of 2,198 feet (670 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,198 ft (670 m) |
| Area | 1,875.9 sq mi (4,858.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.8001°N, 23.6638°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 62°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in |
Louterwater has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 51°F in June to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.3") and June the driest (1.3").
Schools in Louterwater
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louterwater Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Train Stations in Louterwater
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Louterwater
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Louterwater
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Plettenberg Bay Airport | PBZ | Medium Airport |
| Bhejane Game Reserve Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bosrivier Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dudley's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Joubertina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kareedouw Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Knysna / High Way Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Regyne Protea Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stanley Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Steytlerville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Willowmore Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Louterwater?
Louterwater has a population of 5,785 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,875.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Louterwater?
Louterwater 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.