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Merweville, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Merweville is a small town in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 1,907. Elevation: 2,339 ft (713 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

1,907 Population 152/sq mi density
2,339 ft Elevation 713 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
6.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Merweville

Merweville

Merweville is a town located in Beaufort West Municipality, Western Cape.

People

Population1,907
Density152/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain6.3 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation2,339 ft (713 m)
Population1,907
Population Density152 / sq mi
Elevation2,339 ft (713 m)
Coordinates-32.6676°, 21.5155°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation6.3 inches (161 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Merweville

Merweville is a small town in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 1,907. The city sits at an elevation of 2,339 feet (713 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Merweville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 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 6.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,339 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above South Africa avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,339 ft (713 m)
Area12.6 sq mi (32.6 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates-32.6676°N, 21.5155°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.3"
83% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.98"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Oct 18, 2016.

Oct 18, 2016 29 km E of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.5 102 km
Nov 5, 2009 43 km NNE of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.3 63 km
May 14, 2011 39 km NNE of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.1 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in Warmest
February 74°F (24°C) 0.8 in
March 71°F (21°C) 1.0 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
June 51°F (11°C) 0.4 in
July 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 58°F (14°C) 0.3 in
October 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in

Merweville has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 48°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 6.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.0") and August the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Merweville

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Merweville Laerskool
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Airports Near Merweville

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fraserburg AirportSmall Airport
Prince Albert AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Merweville

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Merweville NG Kerk

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Meteorites
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Area
32.6 km² (12.6 mi²)
Postal Code
6940

🇿🇦 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 Merweville

What is the population of Merweville?

Merweville has a population of 1,907 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 152 people per square mile, spread across 12.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Merweville?

Merweville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.3 inches.

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