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Paternoster, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Paternoster is a small town in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 2,360. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Paternoster
Paternoster is one of the oldest fishing villages on the West Coast of South Africa. It is situated 15 km north-west of Vredenburg and 145 km north of Cape Town, at Cape Columbine between Saldanha Bay and St Helena Bay. The town covers an area of 194.8 hectare and has approximately 1883 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,360 |
| Population Density | 444 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.8102°, 17.8912° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.7 inches (399 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Paternoster
Paternoster is a small town in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 2,360. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Paternoster
Paternoster has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (18.1°C), the coldest is Aug (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 284 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 444/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.8102°N, 17.8912°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.3 in |
Paternoster has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 54°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 10.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.0") and February the driest (0.2").
Museums in Paternoster
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Coast Fossil Park Exhibition |
Libraries in Paternoster
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vredenburg Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Paternoster
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Paternoster
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Paternoster
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Paternoster
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Paternoster
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Langebaanweg Airport | SDB | Medium Airport |
| Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Lambert's Bay Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Somersveld Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Paternoster?
Paternoster has a population of 2,360 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 444 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paternoster?
Paternoster enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches.