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Robertson, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Robertson is a mid-size city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 33,204. Elevation: 614 ft (187 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

33,204 Population 3,782/sq mi density
614 ft Elevation 187 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
19.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Robertson

Robertson

Robertson is a town in the Western Cape Province of South Africa, known as the valley of wine and roses, at the heart of the wine route - Route 62.

People

Population33,204
Density3,782/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain19.4 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Population33,204
Population Density3,782 / sq mi
Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Coordinates-33.8034°, 19.8854°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation19.4 inches (493 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Robertson

Robertson is a mid-size city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 33,204. The city sits at an elevation of 614 feet (187 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Robertson

Robertson 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 335 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 20.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 19.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 20.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 38.6
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 32.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 32.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 35.6
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 48.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 26.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 21.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 20.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 18.3
Robertson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 19.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 614 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above South Africa avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area8.8 sq mi (22.7 km²)
Population Density3,782/sq mi
Coordinates-33.8034°N, 19.8854°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.4"
49% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
August 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.0 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in

Robertson has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 52°F in June to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.1") and January the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Robertson

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Robertson High School - - - -
Robertson Primary School - - - -
Nkqubela Primary School - - - -
Robertson Preparatory School - - - -
Laërskool De Villiers - - - -
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Radio Stations near Robertson

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Robertson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Montagu Museum - Joubert House
Montagu Museum - Old Mission Church

Libraries in Robertson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ashton Public Library0.0
McGregor Library0.0
Robertson Library0.0
Sunnyside Library0.0
Wakerstroom West Public Library0.0
Zolani Public Library0.0

Hotels in Robertson

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Robertson Small Hotel

Restaurants in Robertson

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bourbon Street
Cafe Maude
Pot-luck
Ragazzi
Reuben's at the Robertson Small Hotel

Cafes in Robertson

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Rosa
Grand Cafe
Ou Meul Robertson
Peckers
Simplicity

Zoos in Robertson

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Birds Paradise

Dentists in Robertson

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. D. le Roux

Train Stations in Robertson

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Robertson

Gas Stations in Robertson

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AR Motors
Engen
Kaap Agri
Shell
ZA #13803144714
ZA #13812135734

Banks in Robertson

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Capitec Bank
Nedbank

Shopping Malls in Robertson

4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

On Voortrekker
Robertson Mall
Robertson Quarter
Route 62 Shopping Centre Robertson

Gyms in Robertson

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Robertson Gym

Golf Courses in Robertson

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Silwerstrand Golf and River Estate

Airports Near Robertson

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Robertson AirportRODMedium Airport
Ashton Airport-Small Airport
Bredasdorp Airport-Small Airport
Caledon Airfield-Small Airport
Ceres Airport-Small Airport
De Doorns Airport-Small Airport
De Hoop Nature Reserve Airstrip-Small Airport
Hendrik Swellengrebel Airport-Small Airport
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Airfield-Small Airport
Worcester Glider Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Robertson

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Robertson

Churches & Religious Organizations in Robertson

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ACVV Dienssentrum
All Saints Church
Apostolic Faith Misson Robertson
New Apostolic Church
NG Gemeente Robertson Oos
NG Moederkerk

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
187 m (614 ft)
Area
22.7 km² (8.8 mi²)
Founded
1853
Postal Code
6705
Website
robertsonr62.com/

🇿🇦 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 Robertson

What is the population of Robertson?

Robertson has a population of 33,204 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3,782 people per square mile, spread across 8.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Robertson?

Robertson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.4 inches.

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