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Noordoewer, Namibia

Karas Region · Namibia

Noordoewer is a small town in Karas Region, Namibia with a population of 2,401. Elevation: 538 ft (164 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2,401 Population 519/sq mi density
538 ft Elevation 164 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
2.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Windhoek Timezone

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About Noordoewer

Noordoewer

Noordoewer is a settlement in the ǁKaras Region of southern Namibia. Its name means 'North Bank' in Afrikaans, in reference to the north bank of the Orange River, on which it is located. The village lies opposite the South African town of Vioolsdrif, to which it is connected by the road bridge which forms the northern end of the South African N7 and the southern end of the Namibian B1.

People

Population2,401
Density519/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain2.4 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Population2,401
Population Density519 / sq mi
Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Coordinates-28.7182°, 17.6215°
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
Country🇳🇦 Namibia
State / ProvinceKaras Region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation2.4 inches (61 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Noordoewer

Noordoewer is a small town in Namibia (Karas Region) with a population of 2,401. The city sits at an elevation of 538 feet (164 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.

Noordoewer has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 332 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 2.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 538 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Namibia avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Geography

Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates-28.7182°N, 17.6215°W
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 2.4"
94% below Namibia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.51"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 5, 2021.

Jul 5, 2021 44 km ESE of Springbok, South Africa M4.4 135 km
Mar 11, 1993 41 km SSE of Warmbad, Namibia M4.3 120 km
Jun 3, 1993 62 km NW of Springbok, South Africa M3.9 62 km
Feb 27, 1995 72 km ENE of Springbok, South Africa M3.8 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
February 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in Warmest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.5 in Wettest
April 76°F (25°C) 0.3 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in
August 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest
October 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
November 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in

Noordoewer has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 62°F in June to 84°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 2.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.5") and September the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Noordoewer

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Noordoewer Secondary School
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Hotels in Noordoewer

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Noordoewer Guest House
Orange River Lodge

Clinics in Noordoewer

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Noordoewer Health Centre

Gas Stations in Noordoewer

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Engen Noordoewer
SHELL Noordoewer

Airports Near Noordoewer

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ai-Ais AirportAIWSmall Airport
Au Beep Flats AirportSmall Airport
Aussenkehr AirportSmall Airport
Grasdrif AirportSmall Airport
Haklesdoorn AirportSmall Airport
Port Nolloth AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Windhoek

🇳🇦 About Namibia

Capital Windhoek
Population 2,448,255
Area 825,418 km²
GDP (USD) $12,408,271,449
GDP per capita $4,188
HDI 0.665
Life expectancy 67.4 years
Internet users 64.4%
Urban population 50.0%
Currency NAD (Dollar)
Languages Afrikaans, German, English, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga, Tswana
Calling code +264
TLD .na
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Namibia

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 21 Independence Day Independence Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
May 4 Cassinga Day Cassinga Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Africa Day Africa Day
May 28 Genocide Remembrance Day Genocide Remembrance Day
Aug 26 Heroes' Day Heroes' Day
Dec 10 Human Rights Day Human Rights Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Day of Goodwill St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Noordoewer

What is the population of Noordoewer?

Noordoewer has a population of 2,401 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 519 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Noordoewer?

Noordoewer has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.4 inches.

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