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Upington, South Africa
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Upington is a mid-size city in Northern Cape, South Africa with a population of 71,373. Elevation: 2,651 ft (808 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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About Upington
Upington is a town founded in 1873 and located in the Northern Cape province of South Africa, on the banks of the Orange River. The town was originally called Olyvenhoutsdrift, due to the abundance of olive wood trees in the area, but later renamed after Sir Thomas Upington, Attorney-General and then Prime Minister of the Cape. It originated as a mission station established in 1871 and run by Reverend Christiaan Schröder. The mission station now houses the Kalahari Orange Museum. The museum is also the home of a donkey statue, which recognises the enormous contribution that this animal made to the development of the region during the pioneering days of the 19th century.
People
Climate
| Population | 71,373 |
| Population Density | 318 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,651 ft (808 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.4478°, 21.2561° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Northern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.0 inches (204 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Upington
Upington is a mid-size city in South Africa (Northern Cape) with a population of 71,373. The city sits at an elevation of 2,651 feet (808 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Upington
Upington has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.4°C), the coldest is Jul (12.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 216 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.9°F |
| 28% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,651 ft (808 m) |
| Area | 224.3 sq mi (580.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 318/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.4478°N, 21.2561°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.9 in |
Upington has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 54°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 8.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.5") and July the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Upington
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upington Educational College | College | — | — |
| Upington Highschool | College | — | — |
Schools in Upington
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oranje Noord Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Vela-Langa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Paballelo High School | — | — | — | — |
| Laerskool Franciscus | — | — | — | — |
| Oranje Oewer Intermediate School | — | — | — | — |
| Keidebees Intermediêre Skool | — | — | — | — |
| Simbruner Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rosendal Primary Skool | — | — | — | — |
| Marcus Mbeta Secure Care Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Saul Damon Sekondêre Skool | — | — | — | — |
| Westerkim Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Carlton Van Heerden Sekondêre Skool | — | — | — | — |
| AJ Ferreira Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Upington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalahari-Oranje Museum |
Hotels in Upington
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Upington
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Upington
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Upington
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Upington
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Upington
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Upington
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Upington
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Upington
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Upington Airport | UTN | Medium Airport |
| Groblershoop Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kakamas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kakamas West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Karos Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Klippunt Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Namakwari Safaris Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vaalkoppies Settlement Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vastrap Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Upington
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| N.G. Kerk Upington Noord | |
| Nederduitsche Hervormde Kerk van Afrika | |
| Universal Church |
Quick Facts
Around Upington
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Upington
1 places within 15 km
- • Spitskop
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Upington?
Upington has a population of 71,373 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 318 people per square mile, spread across 224.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Upington?
Upington enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.0 inches.