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Wellington, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Wellington is a mid-size city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 55,543. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wellington
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand. It is located at the southwestern tip of the North Island, between Cook Strait and the Remutaka Range. Wellington is the third-largest city in New Zealand, and is the administrative centre of the Wellington Region. It is the world's southernmost capital of a sovereign state. Wellington features a temperate maritime climate, and is the world's windiest city by average wind speed.
People
Climate
| Population | 55,543 |
| Population Density | 66 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 417 ft (127 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.6398°, 19.0112° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.1 inches (714 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (0 cm) |
About Wellington
Wellington is a mid-size city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 55,543. The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet (127 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Wellington
Wellington 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 520 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 417 ft (127 m) |
| Area | 837.2 sq mi (2,168.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 66/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.6398°N, 19.0112°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 1.0 in |
Wellington has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 51°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Wellington
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pauw Gedenk Laerskool | - | - | - | - |
| Hoër Landbouskool Boland | - | - | - | - |
| DESMOND MPILO TUTU SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| MBEKWENI PRIMARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| LANGABUYA PRIMARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| IMBONISELO PRIMARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| IHLUMELO JUNOR SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| WELTEVREDE SEKONDÊR | - | - | - | - |
| WELLINGTON SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| NEWTON PRIMÊRE SKOOL | - | - | - | - |
| LITTLE STARS PRE-PRIMÊRE SKOOL | - | - | - | - |
| VAN WYKSVLEI PRIMARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Hillcrest Primêre Skool | - | - | - | - |
| Soetendal Primary Schooll | - | - | - | - |
| Wellington Primêr | - | - | - | - |
| WELLINGTON SCHOOL OF SKILLS | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Albans Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Bergrivier High | - | - | - | - |
| Laerskool Hugo Rust | - | - | - | - |
| Huguenot Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Huguenot High | - | - | - | - |
| Wellington Private School | - | - | - | - |
| SINETHEMBA PRESCHOOL (PAARL) | - | - | - | - |
| Wellington Preparatory School and College | - | - | - | - |
| Hoër Landbouskool Boland | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wellington
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bok Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Helderberg FM | community radio | MP3 |
Museums in Wellington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afrikaanse Taalmuseum | ||||
| De Oude Woning | ||||
| Franschhoek Motor Museum | ||||
| Heemkring Archive | ||||
| Historium Conference Centre | ||||
| Museum van de Caab | ||||
| Ouma Granny's House | ||||
| Paarl Museum | ||||
| Soetmelksvlei – A family experience by Babylonstoren | ||||
| Wellington Museum |
Libraries in Wellington
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groenheuwel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| Paarl Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wagenmakersvallei Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wellington Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wellington Readers Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windmeul Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wolseley Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Wellington
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wellington
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wellington
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Wellington
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Wellington
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wellington
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Wellington
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Wellington
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wellington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBC brewery tasting room | ||||
| Monks Gin | ||||
| Soul Barrel Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Wellington
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wellington
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 Wellington
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Butterfly Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wellington
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| APK | |
| NG Moederkerk | |
| NGK Wellington Oos | |
| St Charles Lwanga Cath. Church | |
| VGK |
Explore Near Wellington
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Wellington
26 places within 15 km
- • Bretagneklip
- • Deviation Buttress
- • Die Sewe Susters
- • Drostersberg
- • Felixberg
- + 19 more
- • Paarl View Point
- • Sunset Viewpoint
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Wellington
What is the population of Wellington?
Wellington has a population of 55,543 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 66 people per square mile, spread across 837.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wellington?
Wellington enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches.