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Pofadder, South Africa

Northern Cape · South Africa

Pofadder is a small town in Northern Cape, South Africa with a population of 3,287. Elevation: 3,255 ft (992 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

3,287 Population 227/sq mi density
3,255 ft Elevation 992 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
6.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Pofadder

Pofadder

Pofadder is a small town in the Northern Cape province of South Africa. In spite of its small size, it is an important local centre in the region known in South Africa as Bushmanland. The surrounding districts are arid, sparsely populated, rugged and picturesque. There is little in the way of cropping and local farmers run sheep or goats for a living. As a tourist destination, it is not sufficiently spectacular to rival the spring flowers of the coastal regions of Namaqualand, but it has its attractions for biologists and conservationists and those with an interest in its remarkable diversity of often-tiny xerophytes and animal life. In recent years, the town economy has been boosted by the construction and operation of solar power stations.

People

Population3,287
Density227/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain6.8 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation3,255 ft (992 m)
Population3,287
Population Density227 / sq mi
Elevation3,255 ft (992 m)
Coordinates-29.1283°, 19.3949°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorthern Cape
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation6.8 inches (173 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pofadder

Pofadder is a small town in South Africa (Northern Cape) with a population of 3,287. The city sits at an elevation of 3,255 feet (992 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Pofadder enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 6.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,255 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above South Africa avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,255 ft (992 m)
Area14.5 sq mi (37.6 km²)
Population Density227/sq mi
Coordinates-29.1283°N, 19.3949°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.8"
82% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.22"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.5 on Jan 5, 2022.

Apr 6, 2011 South Africa M4.6 101 km
Feb 21, 2011 89 km W of Upington, South Africa M4.6 111 km
Jan 5, 2022 91 km S of Pofadder, South Africa M4.5 91 km
Jul 5, 2021 44 km ESE of Springbok, South Africa M4.4 125 km
Jan 13, 2011 88 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.4 108 km
Jan 25, 2011 88 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.4 108 km
Mar 11, 1993 41 km SSE of Warmbad, Namibia M4.3 64 km
Jan 12, 2011 91 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.2 105 km
Apr 6, 2001 82 km S of Pofadder, South Africa M4.1 83 km
Jan 7, 2011 85 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.1 111 km
Feb 27, 1995 72 km ENE of Springbok, South Africa M3.8 85 km
Nov 20, 1993 89 km SSE of Pofadder, South Africa M3.5 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.9 in Warmest
February 78°F (26°C) 1.0 in
March 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in
July 53°F (12°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.6 in

Pofadder has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 53°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 6.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.2") and August the driest (0.1").

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Hotels in Pofadder

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pofadder Hotel
Pofadder Hotel
Pofadder Inn

Cafes in Pofadder

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boesmanland

Gas Stations in Pofadder

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pofadder Auto
Shell
ZA #229014288

Banks in Pofadder

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Standard Bank

Airports Near Pofadder

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aggeneys AirportAGZMedium Airport
Annakop AirportSmall Airport
Bosluispan AirportSmall Airport
Onseepkans AirportSmall Airport
Pofadder AirportSmall Airport
Southern Farms AirportSmall Airport
Tutwa AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
992 m (3,255 ft)
Founded
1917
Postal Code
8890

🇿🇦 About South Africa

Capital Pretoria
Population 57,779,622
Area 1,219,912 km²
GDP (USD) $381,440,724,491
GDP per capita $6,034
HDI 0.717
Life expectancy 66.1 years
Internet users 75.7%
Urban population 63.6%
Currency ZAR (Rand)
Languages Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Vend...
Calling code +27
TLD .za
Driving side left

Public Holidays in South Africa

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 21 Human Rights Day Human Rights Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Family Day Family Day
Apr 27 Freedom Day Freedom Day
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
Jun 16 Youth Day Youth Day
Aug 10 National Women's Day National Women's Day
Sep 24 Heritage Day Heritage Day
Dec 16 Day of Reconciliation Day of Reconciliation
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Day of Goodwill St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pofadder

What is the population of Pofadder?

Pofadder has a population of 3,287 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 227 people per square mile, spread across 14.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pofadder?

Pofadder enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.8 inches.

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