All Countries
Saldanha, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Saldanha is a mid-size city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 68,284. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Discover Saldanha, South Africa
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Saldanha
Saldanha, also known as Saldanha Bay, is a town of 21,636 people, located 110 kilometres (70 mi) north of Cape Town on the northern shore of Saldanha Bay, in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Its situation as a natural sheltered harbour has led to development as a port for the export of iron ore from Sishen in the Northern Cape, which is transported on the Sishen–Saldanha railway line. The port is one of the largest exporting ports of ore in the whole of Africa, and it is able to handle ships as large as 200 000 tons deadweight.
People
Climate
| Population | 68,284 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.0117°, 17.9442° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.7 inches (399 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Saldanha
Saldanha is a mid-size city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 68,284. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Saldanha
Saldanha has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (18.1°C), the coldest is Aug (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 284 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 1,123.2 sq mi (2,909.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.0117°N, 17.9442°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 0.3 in |
Saldanha has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 54°F in July to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Saldanha
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Coast College | College | — | — |
Schools in Saldanha
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Coast Special School | — | — | — | — |
| Saldanha Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Diazville Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| West Coast High School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Saldanha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Coast Fossil Park Exhibition |
Libraries in Saldanha
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langebaan | 0.0 | |||||
| Vredenburg Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Saldanha
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Saldanha
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Saldanha
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Saldanha
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Saldanha
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Saldanha
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Saldanha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Eagle Brewing Co. |
Airports Near Saldanha
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Langebaanweg Airport | SDB | Medium Airport |
| Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Altona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Atlantic Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Delta 200 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Morningstar Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Somersveld Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saldanha
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mother of Mercy Cath. Church | |
| Saldanha Mosque |
Quick Facts
Around Saldanha
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Saldanha
5 places within 15 km
- • Postberg Kop
- • Green Route View Jacobsbaai
- • Max & Lili whales viewing point
- • Plankiesbaai
- • Uitkyk
🇿🇦 About South Africa
Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Saldanha.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Saldanha
What is the population of Saldanha?
Saldanha has a population of 68,284 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 1,123.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Saldanha?
Saldanha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches.