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Orania, South Africa
Northern Cape · South Africa
Orania is a small town in Northern Cape, South Africa with a population of 2,066. Elevation: 7,073 ft (2,156 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Orania
Orania is a white separatist South African town founded by Afrikaners. It is located along the Orange River in the Karoo region of the Northern Cape province. The town is situated on the R369 highway, and is 871 kilometres (541 mi) from Cape Town and approximately 680 kilometres (420 mi) from Pretoria. Its climate is arid.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,066 |
| Population Density | 597 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,073 ft (2,156 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.8138°, 24.4121° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Northern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.3 inches (362 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Orania
Orania is a small town in South Africa (Northern Cape) with a population of 2,066. The city sits at an elevation of 7,073 feet (2,156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,073 ft (2,156 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 597/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.8138°N, 24.4121°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 1.5 in |
Orania has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 50°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 14.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.7") and June the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Orania
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bo-Karoo Opleiding | College | 2019 | Visit → |
| Bo-Karoo Opleiding | College | — | — |
Schools in Orania
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orania Volkskool | — | — | — | — |
| Orania CVO-Skool | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Orania
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Orania
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aardskip Lewendigemuseum | ||||
| Orania Kultuurhistoriese Museum | ||||
| Verwoerdhuis |
Libraries in Orania
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Orania
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Orania
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Orania
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Orania
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Orania
6 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Orania
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Orania
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Orania
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Orania
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Orania
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Orania
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Orania
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria | ||||
| Bavaria Brouery Orania |
Airports Near Orania
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bucklands Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Douglas Cape Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farm Grootfontein Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hopetown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jacobsdal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Klipkraal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Koffyfontein Min Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luckhof Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mokala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orania Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Petrusville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Witfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Orania
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Orania Poskantoor |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Orania
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Afrikaanse Protestantse Kerk Orania | |
| Eenheid van Geloof | |
| Evangelies Gereformeerde Kerk | |
| Gemeente van die Verbondsvolk | |
| Gereformeerde Kerk Dordt | |
| Gereformeerde Kerk Oranjerivier | |
| Maranatha Kerk Orania | |
| Nederduits Gereformeerde Kerk Orania |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Orania
What is the population of Orania?
Orania has a population of 2,066 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 597 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Orania?
Orania enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches.