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Van Wyksvlei, South Africa

Northern Cape · South Africa

Van Wyksvlei is a small town in Northern Cape, South Africa with a population of 1,721. Elevation: 3,156 ft (962 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1,721 Population 41/sq mi density
3,156 ft Elevation 962 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
7.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Van Wyksvlei

Van Wyksvlei

Vanwyksvlei or Van Wyk's Vlei is a small town in the Northern Cape, South Africa.

People

Population1,721
Density41/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain7.9 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation3,156 ft (962 m)
Population1,721
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation3,156 ft (962 m)
Coordinates-30.3510°, 21.8250°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorthern Cape
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation7.9 inches (200 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Van Wyksvlei

Van Wyksvlei is a small town in South Africa (Northern Cape) with a population of 1,721. The city sits at an elevation of 3,156 feet (962 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Van Wyksvlei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 322 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 7.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,156 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above South Africa avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,156 ft (962 m)
Area42.0 sq mi (108.8 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates-30.3510°N, 21.8250°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.9"
79% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.46"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Dec 31, 1994.

Dec 31, 1994 50 km ENE of Brandvlei, South Africa M4.5 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.0 in Warmest
February 78°F (26°C) 1.3 in
March 74°F (23°C) 1.5 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
May 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
June 51°F (10°C) 0.3 in
July 50°F (10°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 0.2 in
September 60°F (15°C) 0.3 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in

Van Wyksvlei has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 50°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 7.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.5") and July the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Van Wyksvlei

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Airports Near Van Wyksvlei

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alkantpan Copper AirportSmall Airport
Alkantpan Test Range AirportSmall Airport
Carnarvon AirportSmall Airport
Flamingo Vlei AirportSmall Airport
SKA SA Karoo Landing StripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Van Wyksvlei

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Vanwyksvlei Post Office

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
8922

🇿🇦 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 Van Wyksvlei

What is the population of Van Wyksvlei?

Van Wyksvlei has a population of 1,721 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 42.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Van Wyksvlei?

Van Wyksvlei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.9 inches.

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