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Mossel Bay, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Mossel Bay is a mid-size city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 78,940. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Mossel Bay
Mossel Bay is a harbour town of about 170,000 people on the Garden Route of South Africa. It is an important tourism and farming region of the Western Cape Province. Mossel Bay lies 400 kilometres east of the country's seat of parliament, Cape Town, and 400 km west of Gqeberha, the largest city in the Eastern Cape. The older parts of the town occupy the north-facing side of the Cape St Blaize Peninsula, whilst the newer suburbs straddle the Peninsula and have spread eastwards along the sandy shore of the Bay.
People
Climate
| Population | 78,940 |
| Population Density | 4,846 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.1831°, 22.1461° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.8 inches (452 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mossel Bay
Mossel Bay is a mid-size city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 78,940. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Mossel Bay
Mossel Bay has an average annual temperature of 16.8°C (62°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.6°C), the coldest is Jul (13.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 706 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 16.3 sq mi (42.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,846/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.1831°N, 22.1461°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in |
Mossel Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 58°F in August to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.9") and January the driest (1.3").
Schools in Mossel Bay
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milkwood Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Point High School | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool Hartenbos | — | — | — | — |
| Sao Bras High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ridgeview Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| ST. Blaize Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Park Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mossel Bay Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Hillcrest Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Diaz Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Curro Mossel Bay primary school | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mossel Bay
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SFM Streek Radio | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Mossel Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATKV-Hartenbos Museum | ||||
| Dias Museum | ||||
| Maritime Museum | ||||
| Shell Museum |
Hotels in Mossel Bay
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mossel Bay
34 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mossel Bay
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mossel Bay
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mossel Bay
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Mossel Bay
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mossel Bay
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mossel Bay
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mossel Bay
17 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mossel Bay
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Mossel Bay
4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mossel Bay
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Mossel Bay
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mossel Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mossel Bay
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| George Airport | GRJ | Large Airport |
| Oudtshoorn Airport | OUH | Medium Airport |
| Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bosbokduin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cannon Valley Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leppan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mossel Bay Airport | MZY | Small Airport |
| Stilbaai Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mossel Bay
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mossel Bay Post Office | |
| Postnet |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mossel Bay
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al Shaddai | |
| Immanuel | |
| Methodist - Sunday School | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Nederuitse Gereformeerde Kerk | |
| New Apodtolic Church | |
| NG Kerk Danabaai | |
| St Thomas Catholic Church | |
| ST. Blaize Catholic Church | |
| St. Peter's |
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Quick Facts
Around Mossel Bay
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Mossel Bay
8 places within 15 km
- • The Shark Lab
- • Pinnacle Point 13B
- • 1st Beach
- • Dana Bay
- • Diaz
- • Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach)
- • Seeplaas Gallery
- • Love Cross Viewpoint
🇿🇦 About South Africa
Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mossel Bay
What is the population of Mossel Bay?
Mossel Bay has a population of 78,940 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4,846 people per square mile, spread across 16.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mossel Bay?
Mossel Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches.