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Venterstad, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Venterstad is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 5,977. Elevation: 4,245 ft (1,294 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,977 Population 2/sq mi density
4,245 ft Elevation 1,294 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
16.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Venterstad

Venterstad

Venterstad is a settlement in Walter Sisulu Local Municipality in Joe Gqabi District Municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.

People

Population5,977
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation4,245 ft (1,294 m)
Population5,977
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation4,245 ft (1,294 m)
Coordinates-30.7762°, 25.7992°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation16.9 inches (429 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Venterstad

Venterstad is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 5,977. The city sits at an elevation of 4,245 feet (1,294 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Venterstad

Venterstad 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 364 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 37.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 56.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 51.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 32.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 14.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 12.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 7.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 18.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 32.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 46.2
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 42.8
Venterstad enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 16.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,245 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above South Africa avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,245 ft (1,294 m)
Area3,732.4 sq mi (9,667.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-30.7762°N, 25.7992°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.9"
56% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.91"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Sep 15, 2017.

Sep 15, 2017 58 km S of Bloemfontein, South Africa M4.4 132 km
Apr 17, 1993 52 km W of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.9 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in Warmest
February 71°F (22°C) 2.9 in
March 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in Wettest
April 60°F (16°C) 1.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.5 in
July 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
November 67°F (20°C) 1.3 in
December 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in

Venterstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 46°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.9") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Venterstad

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Khayamnandi Public School - - - -
Kareefontein Primary School - - - -
Simphiwe Khethwa Secondary School - - - -
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Hotels in Venterstad

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Venterstad Hotel
Venterstad Lodge

Clinics in Venterstad

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Venterstad Medical Clinic

Gas Stations in Venterstad

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Venterstad Gas Station

Airports Near Venterstad

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adamsfontein Airport-Small Airport
Burghersdorp Airport-Small Airport
Colesberg Airport-Small Airport
Corbetts Hope Airport-Small Airport
Gariep Dam Airport-Small Airport
Molteno Airport-Small Airport
Orange River Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Philippolis Airport-Small Airport
Tzamenkomst Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,294 m (4,246 ft)
Founded
1875
Postal Code
9798

🇿🇦 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 Venterstad

What is the population of Venterstad?

Venterstad has a population of 5,977 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,732.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Venterstad?

Venterstad enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches.

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