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Melkhoutfontein, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Melkhoutfontein is a small town in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 3,034. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Melkhoutfontein
Still Bay, is a coastal town in the Western Cape of South Africa. It lies about 320 km east of Cape Town and 26 km south of the N2 highway. The town sits at the mouth of the Goukou River where it meets the Indian Ocean. It grew from a seasonal fishing and farming stop into a popular holiday and retirement town. The town is often called the Bay of Sleeping Beauty because of the nearby mountain peak in the Langeberg range.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,034 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.3267°, 21.4209° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.6 inches (448 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Melkhoutfontein
Melkhoutfontein is a small town in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 3,034. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Melkhoutfontein
Melkhoutfontein has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 476 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 2,186.0 sq mi (5,661.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.3267°N, 21.4209°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 1.3 in |
Melkhoutfontein has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 55°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.9") and January the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Melkhoutfontein
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Fynbos - Stilbaai | — | MP3 |
Museums in Melkhoutfontein
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blombos Museum of Archaeology |
Libraries in Melkhoutfontein
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albertinia Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hessequa Municipal Library - Melkhoutfontein Branch | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Melkhoutfontein
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Melkhoutfontein
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bosbokduin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cannon Valley Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elandspad Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mossel Bay Airport | MZY | Small Airport |
| Riversdale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Stilbaai Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Melkhoutfontein
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| New Apostolic Church of Melkhoutfontein | |
| St. Augustine's Church ("The Blue Church") |
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 Melkhoutfontein?
Melkhoutfontein has a population of 3,034 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,186.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Melkhoutfontein?
Melkhoutfontein enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches.