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Rheenendal, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Rheenendal is a small town in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 4,715. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

4,715 Population 11/sq mi density
771 ft Elevation 235 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Rheenendal

Rheenendal is a settlement in Garden Route District Municipality in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

People

Population4,715
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Population4,715
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates-33.9500°, 22.9500°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (627 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rheenendal

Rheenendal is a small town in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 4,715. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet (235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Rheenendal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above South Africa avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Area421.2 sq mi (1,090.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-33.9500°N, 22.9500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.7"
35% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.91"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Oct 18, 2016.

Oct 18, 2016 29 km E of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.5 94 km
Nov 5, 2009 43 km NNE of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.3 144 km
May 14, 2011 39 km NNE of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.1 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
February 69°F (20°C) 2.0 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in
April 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in Driest
July 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in Coldest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.9 in Wettest
November 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in

Rheenendal has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 54°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.9") and June the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Rheenendal

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Laerskool Karatara
Rheenendal Primary School
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Museums in Rheenendal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
The Motorcycle Room

Libraries in Rheenendal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Knysna Public Library0.0
Leisure Island Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rheenendal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
African Arts Market
Mosaic Village and Outdoor Market
Wild Oats Community Farmers' Market

Restaurants in Rheenendal

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Flippin Knys
Materolli
Riverdeck lodge

Gas Stations in Rheenendal

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZA #670954503

Breweries in Rheenendal

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Mitchell's Brewery
Red Bridge Brewing Co.

Airports Near Rheenendal

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
George AirportGRJLarge Airport
Plettenberg Bay AirportPBZMedium Airport
Bosrivier AirstripSmall Airport
Dudley's FieldSmall Airport
Knysna / High Way AirfieldSmall Airport
Leppan AirfieldSmall Airport
Stanley Island AirstripSmall Airport
Willowmore AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
6576

🇿🇦 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 Rheenendal

What is the population of Rheenendal?

Rheenendal has a population of 4,715 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 421.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rheenendal?

Rheenendal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches.

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