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Postmasburg, South Africa

Northern Cape · South Africa

Postmasburg is a mid-size city in Northern Cape, South Africa with a population of 30,089. Elevation: 4,281 ft (1,305 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

30,089 Population 3/sq mi density
4,281 ft Elevation 1,305 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
13.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Postmasburg

Postmasburg is a town in the Northern Cape province of South Africa.

People

Population30,089
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain13.4 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation4,281 ft (1,305 m)
Population30,089
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,281 ft (1,305 m)
Coordinates-28.3339°, 23.0654°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorthern Cape
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation13.4 inches (341 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Postmasburg

Postmasburg is a mid-size city in South Africa (Northern Cape) with a population of 30,089. The city sits at an elevation of 4,281 feet (1,305 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Postmasburg

Postmasburg has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 282 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 32.7
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 47.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 56.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 28.3
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 13.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 3.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 23.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 25.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 32.2
Postmasburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 13.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,281 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above South Africa avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,281 ft (1,305 m)
Area9,972.7 sq mi (25,829.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-28.3339°N, 23.0654°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.4"
65% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 2.64"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Jan 8, 2002.

Jan 8, 2002 54 km WSW of Ritchie, South Africa M4.7 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 2.2 in Warmest
February 74°F (23°C) 2.6 in Wettest
March 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.3 in
July 48°F (9°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 0.3 in
September 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in
October 67°F (20°C) 0.8 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
December 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in

Postmasburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 48°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 13.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.6") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Postmasburg

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hoërskool Postmasburg
Asmandia Primary School
Htt Bidi Memorial Primary School
Postdene Primêre Skool
Blinkklip Sekondêre Skool
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Gas Stations in Postmasburg

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Engen
Sasol

Shopping Malls in Postmasburg

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sibilo Shopping Centre

Airports Near Postmasburg

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lime Acres Finsch Mine AirportLMRMedium Airport
Sishen AirportSISMedium Airport
Dippiesfield AirportSmall Airport
Douglas Cape AirportSmall Airport
Douglas North AirportSmall Airport
Glen Lyon Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Griekwastad AirportSmall Airport
Jack Duvenhage AirportSmall Airport
Lohathla Military AirportSmall Airport
Posmasburg Soil AirportSmall Airport
Tommys Field AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Postmasburg

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dutch Reformed Church Postmasburg

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Founded
1892
Postal Code
8420

🇿🇦 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 Postmasburg

What is the population of Postmasburg?

Postmasburg has a population of 30,089 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 9,972.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Postmasburg?

Postmasburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.4 inches.

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