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Stilbaai, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Stilbaai is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 8,000. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

8,000 Population 4/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
17.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Stilbaai

Stilbaai

Still Bay, is a coastal town in the Western Cape of South Africa. It lies about 320 km east of Cape Town and 26 km south of the N2 highway. The town sits at the mouth of the Goukou River where it meets the Indian Ocean. It grew from a seasonal fishing and farming stop into a popular holiday and retirement town. The town is often called the Bay of Sleeping Beauty because of the nearby mountain peak in the Langeberg range.

People

Population8,000
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Population8,000
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates-34.3693°, 21.4075°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation17.9 inches (455 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Stilbaai

Stilbaai is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 8,000. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Stilbaai

Stilbaai 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 30.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 38.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 41.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 46.8
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 45.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 34.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 38.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 41.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 31.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 37.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 50.1
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 40.4
Stilbaai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 17.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above South Africa avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area2,186.0 sq mi (5,661.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-34.3693°N, 21.4075°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.9"
53% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 1.97"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (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 M4.5 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
April 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in Wettest
May 60°F (16°C) 1.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in
July 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 56°F (14°C) 1.8 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.3 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in

Stilbaai has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 56°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.0") and January the driest (1.0").

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Radio Stations near Stilbaai

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Fynbos - Stilbaai MP3

Museums in Stilbaai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Blombos Museum of Archaeology

Libraries in Stilbaai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albertinia Public Library0.0
Hessequa Municipal Library - Melkhoutfontein Branch0.0

Restaurants in Stilbaai

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dave's kitchen
Die Lappiesbaai
Drie Pikkewyne
Matchbox
On The Rocks Steakhouse & Sea Foods
Straatcafe

Clinics in Stilbaai

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carewell Medical Centre

Gas Stations in Stilbaai

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Engen

Shopping Malls in Stilbaai

3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fynbos Shopping Centre
Fynbos Shopping Centre
Fynbos Shopping Centre

Golf Courses in Stilbaai

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stilbaai Golf Club

Airports Near Stilbaai

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge AirportSmall Airport
Bosbokduin AirstripSmall Airport
Cannon Valley Estate AirportSmall Airport
Elandspad AirfieldSmall Airport
Mossel Bay AirportMZYSmall Airport
Riversdale AirportSmall Airport
Stilbaai AirportSmall Airport

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Founded
1894
Postal Code
6674

🇿🇦 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 Stilbaai

What is the population of Stilbaai?

Stilbaai has a population of 8,000 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,186.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Stilbaai?

Stilbaai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches.

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