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Swellendam, South Africa
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Swellendam is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 20,993. Elevation: 420 ft (128 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Swellendam
Swellendam is the third oldest town in South Africa, a town with 17,537 inhabitants situated in the Western Cape province. The town has over 50 provincial heritage sites, most of them buildings of Cape Dutch architecture. Swellendam is situated on the N2, approximately 220 km from both Cape Town and George.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,993 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.0226°, 20.4417° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.2 inches (387 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Swellendam
Swellendam is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 20,993. The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet (128 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Swellendam
Swellendam has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F). The hottest month is Feb (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (10.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 536 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 2,417.5 sq mi (6,261.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.0226°N, 20.4417°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in |
Swellendam has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 55°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 15.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.7") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Swellendam
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akkerboom Primêre Skool | — | — | — | — |
| Bontebok Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Olyfkrans College | — | — | — | — |
| Bontebok Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Swellendam High School | — | — | — | — |
| Swellendam Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Swellendam
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Swellendam
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drostdy Museum | ||||
| Mayville drostdy museum |
Libraries in Swellendam
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Desmond Tutu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Railton Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Swellendam
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Swellendam
19 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Swellendam
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Swellendam
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Swellendam
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Swellendam
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Swellendam
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Swellendam
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Swellendam
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Swellendam
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Swellendam
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Swellendam
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Robertson Airport | ROD | Medium Airport |
| Andrew's Field | — | Small Airport |
| Ashton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Black Oystercatcher | — | Small Airport |
| Bredasdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| De Hoop Nature Reserve Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Elandspad Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hendrik Swellengrebel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Overberg Airport | OVG | Small Airport |
| Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Swellendam
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Swellendam Post Office | |
| The Courier Guy | |
| Thusong Center Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Swellendam
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Apostolic Faith Mission of SA | |
| Christ Church | |
| Interdenominational Church | |
| Joshua Generation Church | |
| Koninkryksaal Van Jehovah Se Getuies | |
| Saint Patrick's | |
| Swellendam Dutch Reformed | |
| The Old Apostolic Church |
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What is the population of Swellendam?
Swellendam has a population of 20,993 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 2,417.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Swellendam?
Swellendam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.2 inches.