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Victor Verster, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Victor Verster is a small town in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 3,387. Elevation: 512 ft (156 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Victor Verster
Drakenstein Correctional Centre is a low-security prison between Paarl and Franschhoek, on the R301 road 5 km from the R45 Huguenot Road, in the valley of the Dwars River in the Western Cape of South Africa. The prison is the location where Nelson Mandela spent the last part of his imprisonment for campaigning against apartheid.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,387 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.8409°, 18.9989° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.7 inches (1,694 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
About Victor Verster
Victor Verster is a small town in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 3,387. The city sits at an elevation of 512 feet (156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Area | 373.1 sq mi (966.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.8409°N, 18.9989°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in |
Victor Verster has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 53°F in August to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (0.9").
Schools in Victor Verster
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green School South Africa | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Victor Verster
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bok Radio | — | MP3 | |
| Helderberg FM | community radio | MP3 |
Museums in Victor Verster
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afrikaanse Taalmuseum | ||||
| De Oude Woning | ||||
| Franschhoek Cellar | ||||
| Franschhoek Motor Museum | ||||
| Heemkring Archive | ||||
| Historium Conference Centre | ||||
| Huguenot Memorial Museum | ||||
| Museo Della Passione | ||||
| Museo Della Passione | ||||
| Museum van de Caab | ||||
| Ouma Granny's House | ||||
| Paarl Museum | ||||
| Pniel Museum | ||||
| Rupert Museum | ||||
| Soetmelksvlei – A family experience by Babylonstoren | ||||
| Stellenbosch University Museum | ||||
| Toy Museum | ||||
| Vergelegen Library | ||||
| Vergelegen Library | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Voorgelegen | ||||
| Wellington Museum |
Libraries in Victor Verster
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloetesville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Franschoek Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Groenheuwel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Idas Valley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| Paarl Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Peter Wessels Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Somerset West Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Somerset West Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stellenbosch University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wagenmakersvallei Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wellington Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wellington Readers Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windmeul Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Victor Verster
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaauwklippen Family Market | |||||
| Franschhoek Village Market | |||||
| Lourensford Market | |||||
| Lourensford Market | |||||
| Root44 | |||||
| Somerset West Market | |||||
| Somerset West Market |
Hotels in Victor Verster
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Victor Verster
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Victor Verster
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Victor Verster
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Victor Verster
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Victor Verster
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Victor Verster
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Victor Verster
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBC brewery tasting room | ||||
| Lilypatrick | ||||
| Soul Barrel Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Victor Verster
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Victor Verster
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town International Airport | CPT | Large Airport |
| Ysterplaat Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Altona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Atlantic Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Caledon Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Cape Winelands Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ceres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Contermanskloof Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| De Doorns Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Delta 200 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Diepkloof Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Malmesbury Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Morningstar Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Paarl East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Somersveld Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Stellenbosch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Worcester Glider Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Victor Verster
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Butterfly Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Victor Verster
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| New Apolostolic Church Meerlust | |
| Simondium Familiekerk |
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What is the population of Victor Verster?
Victor Verster has a population of 3,387 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 373.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Victor Verster?
Victor Verster enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 66.7 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.