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Piet Plessis, South Africa
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Piet Plessis is a small town in North West, South Africa with a population of 1,982. Elevation: 3,793 ft (1,156 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Piet Plessis
Piet Plessis is a small town in the North West Province of South Africa. It lies adjacent to rural road R377. The nearest larger city, and business hub, is Vryburg which is about 90 kilometres (56 mi) to the south. The Botswana border lies approximately 30 kilometres (19 mi) north of Piet Plessis. It was founded in 1839 by a group of Trekboers led by Piet Plessis of Laingsburg, Western Cape. From 1969 it was the site of a MGM-29 Sergeant Ballistic Missile battery of the SADF, co located with three Infantry Companies of the 5 SAI, a Medium Artillery battery, and an SAAF Forward Radar and Signals Squadron.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,982 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,793 ft (1,156 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.1635°, 24.4119° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | North West |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.7 inches (423 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Piet Plessis
Piet Plessis is a small town in South Africa (North West) with a population of 1,982. The city sits at an elevation of 3,793 feet (1,156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.8°F |
| 26% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,793 ft (1,156 m) |
| Area | 3,910.9 sq mi (10,129.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.1635°N, 24.4119°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.3 in |
Piet Plessis has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 54°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (0.1").
Airports Near Piet Plessis
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bray East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dorchester Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kirstonia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tosca Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Piet Plessis
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hervormde Kerk Goede Hoop |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Piet Plessis?
Piet Plessis has a population of 1,982 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,910.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Piet Plessis?
Piet Plessis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.7 inches.