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Uniondale, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Uniondale is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 5,421. Elevation: 2,392 ft (729 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,421 Population 2/sq mi density
2,392 ft Elevation 729 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
17.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Uniondale

Uniondale

Uniondale is a small town in the Little Karoo in the Western Cape Province, South Africa. Its primary claim to fame is the ghost story of the Uniondale hitcher. The town is connected by the N9 road to George and the R339 road, down to Knysna.

People

Population5,421
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation2,392 ft (729 m)
Population5,421
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,392 ft (729 m)
Coordinates-33.6590°, 23.1232°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation17.9 inches (454 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Uniondale

Uniondale is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 5,421. The city sits at an elevation of 2,392 feet (729 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Uniondale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 49°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 2,392 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above South Africa avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,392 ft (729 m)
Area2,587.6 sq mi (6,701.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-33.6590°N, 23.1232°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.9"
53% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.89"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (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 84 km
Nov 5, 2009 43 km NNE of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.3 128 km
May 14, 2011 39 km NNE of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.1 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 1.5 in
February 69°F (20°C) 1.8 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in Wettest
April 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.0 in Driest
July 49°F (10°C) 1.1 in Coldest
August 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in

Uniondale has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 49°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.9") and June the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Uniondale

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Uniondale High School - - - -
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Hotels in Uniondale

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schulteheim Hotel

Restaurants in Uniondale

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hänsel und Gretel

Cafes in Uniondale

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

African Aloe Cafe

Train Stations in Uniondale

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avontuur
Barandas
Toorwater

Gas Stations in Uniondale

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Atlantic Oil
Atlantic Oil
BP
BP Avontuur

Airports Near Uniondale

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
George AirportGRJLarge Airport
Plettenberg Bay AirportPBZMedium Airport
Bosrivier Airstrip-Small Airport
Dudley's Field-Small Airport
Joubertina Airport-Small Airport
Knysna / High Way Airfield-Small Airport
Leppan Airfield-Small Airport
Stanley Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Willowmore Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Uniondale

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Anglican Chapel
Uniondale NG Kerk

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Website
uniondale.co.za/

🇿🇦 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 Uniondale

What is the population of Uniondale?

Uniondale has a population of 5,421 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,587.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Uniondale?

Uniondale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°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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