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Ottosdal, South Africa
North West · South Africa
Ottosdal is a small city in North West, South Africa with a population of 22,011. Elevation: 4,905 ft (1,495 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ottosdal
Ottosdal is a small town situated at an altitude of 1,479 meters on the branch railway line from Makwassie in the central North West Province of South Africa. Ottosdal is a farming community engaged in the growing of grains such as maize (mielies), sunflower and peanuts. In addition, local farmers raise cattle, sheep, pigs, dairy cows and chicken. A major pyrophyllite mine lies near it on the farm Gestoptefontein. This town originated from the establishment of a Dutch Reformed Church parish in 1913. To this was added a church building on Korannafontein, the farm of Gerhardus Petrus Otto. The town is known as the birthplace of "Die Baas", who was born there in 1952. Ottosdal grew around the church and was officially registered in 1917 and named after G. P. Otto.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,011 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,905 ft (1,495 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.8091°, 26.0054° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | North West |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.4 inches (619 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ottosdal
Ottosdal is a small city in South Africa (North West) with a population of 22,011. The city sits at an elevation of 4,905 feet (1,495 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Ottosdal
Ottosdal 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 555 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,905 ft (1,495 m) |
| Area | 2,522.7 sq mi (6,533.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.8091°N, 26.0054°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.5 in |
Ottosdal has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 50°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.2").
Train Stations in Ottosdal
5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ottosdal
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| P C Pelser Airport | KXE | Medium Airport |
| Anton Fourie Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Balkfontein Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buisfontein Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Delareyville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hendrik Potgieter Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lichtenburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orkney Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ottosdal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Schweizer Reneke Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wolmeransstad Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Ottosdal?
Ottosdal has a population of 22,011 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 2,522.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ottosdal?
Ottosdal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.4 inches.