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Makwassie, South Africa
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Makwassie is a small city in North West, South Africa with a population of 15,996. Elevation: 4,314 ft (1,315 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About Makwassie
Makwassie is a small farming town situated in North West Province of South Africa that produces maize, sorghum, groundnuts and milk. The word makwassie is a corruption of the San word for an aromatic wild spearmint.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,996 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,314 ft (1,315 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.3156°, 25.9950° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | North West |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.1 inches (562 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Makwassie
Makwassie is a small city in South Africa (North West) with a population of 15,996. The city sits at an elevation of 4,314 feet (1,315 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Makwassie
Makwassie has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (25°C), the coldest is Jul (9.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 568 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,314 ft (1,315 m) |
| Area | 2,255.4 sq mi (5,841.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.3156°N, 25.9950°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in |
Makwassie has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 44°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.2").
Farmers Markets in Makwassie
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tilla se Padstal | |||||
| Vandusie Vee |
Train Stations in Makwassie
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Makwassie
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| P C Pelser Airport | KXE | Medium Airport |
| Almar Exclusive Game Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Anton Fourie Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Balkfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bartsrus Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bloemhof Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boscobel Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Buisfontein Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Delareyville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hendrik Potgieter Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hoopstad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Louwilla Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Odendaalsrus Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orkney Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ottosdal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Schweizer Reneke Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Von Abo's Villa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Welkom Airport | WEL | Small Airport |
| Wesselbronn Af Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wolmeransstad Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Makwassie
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| hervormde kerk Makwassie |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Makwassie
What is the population of Makwassie?
Makwassie has a population of 15,996 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 2,255.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Makwassie?
Makwassie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.