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Rawsonville, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Rawsonville is a small town in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 3,712. Elevation: 735 ft (224 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rawsonville
Rawsonville is a small wine growing and farming community in the Breede River Valley of the Western Cape province of South Africa. The town forms part of the Breede Valley Local Municipality, and is located in a scenic portion of the valley on the eastern flanks of the Du Toitskloof Mountains.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,712 |
| Population Density | 3,991 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.6862°, 19.3138° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.2 inches (665 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.6 inches (2 cm) |
About Rawsonville
Rawsonville is a small town in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 3,712. The city sits at an elevation of 735 feet (224 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Rawsonville
Rawsonville 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 329 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 326 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,991/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.6862°N, 19.3138°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in |
Rawsonville has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 49°F in August to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.9").
Schools in Rawsonville
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goudini Hoërskool | - | - | - | - |
| RAWSONVILLE PRIMÊRE SKOOL | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rawsonville
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helderberg FM | community radio | MP3 |
Museums in Rawsonville
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franschhoek Cellar | ||||
| Huguenot Memorial Museum | ||||
| Worcester Museum (Kleinplasie) |
Libraries in Rawsonville
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avian Park Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Franschoek Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Worcester Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zwelethemba Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rawsonville
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franschhoek Village Market |
Hotels in Rawsonville
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rawsonville
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rawsonville
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rawsonville
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rawsonville
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Rawsonville
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Du Toits Kloof brewery? | ||||
| Monks Gin |
Airports Near Rawsonville
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town International Airport | CPT | Large Airport |
| Robertson Airport | ROD | Medium Airport |
| Altona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ashton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Atlantic Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Caledon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cape Winelands Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ceres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Contermanskloof Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| De Doorns Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Diepkloof Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malmesbury Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paarl East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stellenbosch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Worcester Glider Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rawsonville
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Kerk - Rawsonville |
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What is the population of Rawsonville?
Rawsonville has a population of 3,712 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3,991 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rawsonville?
Rawsonville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches.