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Vanrhynsdorp, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Vanrhynsdorp is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 7,515. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
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About Vanrhynsdorp
Vanrhynsdorp is a town located in the West Coast District Municipality of the Western Cape province in South Africa. Considered the oldest and most southern European-settled town in Namaqualand, Vanrhynsdorp serves as a gateway to the Succulent Karoo and Nama Karoo regions to the north and east.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,515 |
| Population Density | 3,253 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.6089°, 18.7397° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.1 inches (206 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vanrhynsdorp
Vanrhynsdorp is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 7,515. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Vanrhynsdorp
Vanrhynsdorp 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 175 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.8°F |
| 24% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,253/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -31.6089°N, 18.7397°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in |
Vanrhynsdorp has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 56°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 8.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.4") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Vanrhynsdorp
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Môrester Private School | — | — | — | — |
| Maskam Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Vanrhynsdorp High School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Vanrhynsdorp
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vredendal Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Vanrhynsdorp
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vanrhynsdorp
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vanrhynsdorp
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Vanrhynsdorp
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vredendal Airport | VRE | Medium Airport |
| Bushmans Kloof Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clanwilliam Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clanwilliam Nootgedacht Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Doringbaai Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Holrivier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lambert's Bay Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lebanon Citrus Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Loeriesfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monosite Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Nieuwoudtville Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Papendorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Suiderland Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Trawal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vanrhynsdorp Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vanrhynsdorp
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Kerk - Vanrhynsdorp |
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What is the population of Vanrhynsdorp?
Vanrhynsdorp has a population of 7,515 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3,253 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vanrhynsdorp?
Vanrhynsdorp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.1 inches.