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Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Plettenberg Bay is a mid-size city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 38,126. Elevation: 253 ft (77 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
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About Plettenberg Bay
Plettenberg Bay, nicknamed Plett, is the primary town of the Bitou Local Municipality in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. According to the census of 2001, the town had a population of 29,149. It was originally named Bahia Formosa by early Portuguese explorers and lies on South Africa's Garden Route 210 km from Port Elizabeth and about 600 km from Cape Town.
People
Climate
| Population | 38,126 |
| Population Density | 83 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 253 ft (77 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.0527°, 23.3716° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.5 inches (773 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Plettenberg Bay
Plettenberg Bay is a mid-size city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 38,126. The city sits at an elevation of 253 feet (77 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Plettenberg Bay
Plettenberg Bay has an average annual temperature of 16.8°C (62°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.9°C), the coldest is Jul (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 604 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 253 ft (77 m) |
| Area | 458.9 sq mi (1,188.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 83/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.0527°N, 23.3716°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in |
Plettenberg Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 54°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (2.1").
Radio Stations near Plettenberg Bay
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Plettenberg Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Horizons Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Plettenberg Bay
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Plettenberg Bay
28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Plettenberg Bay
14 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Plettenberg Bay
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Plettenberg Bay
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Plettenberg Bay
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Plettenberg Bay
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Plettenberg Bay
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Plettenberg Bay
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Plettenberg Bay
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Plettenberg Bay
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Plettenberg Bay Airport | PBZ | Medium Airport |
| Bosrivier Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dudley's Field | — | Small Airport |
| Joubertina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Knysna / High Way Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Leppan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stanley Island Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Plettenberg Bay
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Plettenbergbaai |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Plettenberg Bay
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Marine way masjid | |
| Plett Evangelical Fellowship | |
| St Peter's Church |
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 Plettenberg Bay?
Plettenberg Bay has a population of 38,126 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 458.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Plettenberg Bay?
Plettenberg Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches.