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Raaswater, South Africa
Northern Cape · South Africa
Raaswater is a small town in Northern Cape, South Africa with a population of 3,352. Elevation: 2,569 ft (783 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
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About Raaswater
Louisvale is a town in ZF Mgcawu District Municipality in the Northern Cape province of South Africa. It has been described as a "small, impoverished town" by the Mail & Guardian, and it briefly became notorious for the baby Tshepang case, regarding the rape of a nine-month-old baby in 2001.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,352 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,569 ft (783 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.5934°, 21.1906° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Northern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.9 inches (201 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Raaswater
Raaswater is a small town in South Africa (Northern Cape) with a population of 3,352. The city sits at an elevation of 2,569 feet (783 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Raaswater
Raaswater has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.4°C), the coldest is Jul (12.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 216 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.6°F |
| 27% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,569 ft (783 m) |
| Area | 8,601.9 sq mi (22,278.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.5934°N, 21.1906°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 0.8 in |
Raaswater has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 54°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 7.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.5") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Raaswater
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalksloot Primary Skool | — | — | — | — |
| McTaggert's Camp Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Frank Biggs Primêre Skool | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Raaswater
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Raaswater
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalahari-Oranje Museum |
Restaurants in Raaswater
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Raaswater
6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Raaswater
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Upington Airport | UTN | Medium Airport |
| Bakenrant North Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kakamas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kakamas West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Karos Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kenhardt Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Klippunt Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Namakwari Safaris Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vaalkoppies Settlement Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Raaswater
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office Dyasonsklip |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Raaswater
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| McTaggert's Camp Church |
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Raaswater?
Raaswater has a population of 3,352 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 8,601.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Raaswater?
Raaswater enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.9 inches.