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Paterson, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Paterson is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 6,687. Elevation: 1,014 ft (309 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Paterson
Paterson is a settlement in Sarah Baartman District Municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. The town is located some 80 kilometres north-west of Alexandria and 21 kilometres north of Nanaga on the N10 National Route.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,687 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,014 ft (309 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.4406°, 25.9741° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.0 inches (507 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Paterson
Paterson is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 6,687. The city sits at an elevation of 1,014 feet (309 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,014 ft (309 m) |
| Area | 2,883.3 sq mi (7,467.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.4406°N, 25.9741°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 2.0 in |
Paterson has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 56°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.2") and June the driest (1.1").
Schools in Paterson
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moreson Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Paterson
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulwazi Interpretive Centre |
Hotels in Paterson
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Paterson
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Paterson
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Paterson
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport | PLZ | Large Airport |
| Cookhouse Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Beaufort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grahamstown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Henrys Flats Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kenton-on-Sea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kwande Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Progress Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pumba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Seaview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| SHAMWARI | - | Small Airport |
| Somerset East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uitenhage Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Paterson?
Paterson has a population of 6,687 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,883.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paterson?
Paterson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches.