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Riversdale, South Africa
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Riversdale is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 19,382. Elevation: 397 ft (121 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Riversdale
Riversdale is a town located along the N2 highway, within the Hessequa region between Cape Town and George on the Agulhas Coastal Plain of the southern Western Cape province of South Africa. It is an agricultural service oriented town, being a hub for shopping and other services for surrounding farming communities, smaller towns, and coastal resorts, like Witsand and Stilbaai. It is located beneath the imposing Langeberg Mountains to the north, with Sleeping Beauty Mountain Peak overlooking the town. The town is home to the second largest collection of Thomas Bowler paintings within South Africa and is also the only town in the country, in which you would find a Ukrainian Museum of Culture. Riversdale links with the Klein Karoo, via the tarred Garcia's Mountain Pass, which offers traditional Karoo landscapes and wide open spaces for motorcyclists.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,382 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 397 ft (121 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.0935°, 21.2573° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.7 inches (425 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Riversdale
Riversdale is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 19,382. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet (121 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Riversdale
Riversdale 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 476 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 397 ft (121 m) |
| Area | 2,186.0 sq mi (5,661.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.0935°N, 21.2573°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in |
Riversdale has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 54°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.9") and January the driest (1.0").
Schools in Riversdale
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerrit Du Plessis Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Voorwaarts Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Volschenk Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Langenhoven High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hoer Landbouskool Oakdale | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Riversdale
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Fynbos - Stilbaai | — | MP3 |
Libraries in Riversdale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hessequa Municipal Library - Melkhoutfontein Branch | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Riversdale
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Riversdale
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Riversdale
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Riversdale
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Riversdale
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Riversdale
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Riversdale
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bosbokduin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cannon Valley Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elandspad Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Riversdale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stilbaai Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Riversdale
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PostNet |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Riversdale
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Gemeente Riversdal-Wes | |
| NGKerk Riversdale | |
| Riversdale masjid |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Riversdale?
Riversdale has a population of 19,382 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 2,186.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Riversdale?
Riversdale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.7 inches.