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Western Areas, South Africa
Gauteng · South Africa
Western Areas is a small town in Gauteng, South Africa with a population of 2,270. Elevation: 5,410 ft (1,649 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Western Areas
Westonaria is a town in the west of Gauteng province of South Africa. It is situated in the Rand West City Local Municipality, part of the West Rand District Municipality. During the apartheid era, Africans lived outside town in Bekkersdal. The town is some 45 km west of Johannesburg and 18 km south of Randfontein.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,270 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,410 ft (1,649 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.3500°, 27.7000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Gauteng |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.9 inches (454 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Western Areas
Western Areas is a small town in South Africa (Gauteng) with a population of 2,270. The city sits at an elevation of 5,410 feet (1,649 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,410 ft (1,649 m) |
| Area | 312.7 sq mi (809.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.3500°N, 27.7000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in |
Western Areas has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 47°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Western Areas
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jozi FM (HiFi aac) | — | AAC | |
| Radio Veritas | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Jacaranda FM | smooth | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hot 102.7 FM Club | — | AAC | |
| Mzansi FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 919 | — | AAC | |
| salaammedia | humanitarian, islam | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Western Areas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credo Mutwa Cultural Village | ||||
| Credo Mutwa Cultural Village | ||||
| Credo Mutwa Cultural Village | ||||
| Hector Pieterson Museum | ||||
| Hector Pieterson Museum | ||||
| Hector Pieterson Museum | ||||
| Mandela House | ||||
| Mandela House | ||||
| Mandela House |
Libraries in Western Areas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azaadville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Extension 1 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Florida Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Florida Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Florida Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lehae Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenasia Ext 3 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenasia Ext 3 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lusaka Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naturena Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naturena Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orange Farm Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orlando East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orlando East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orlando East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pimvilee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pimvilee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Randgate Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Weltevreden Park Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Western Areas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Air Market |
Train Stations in Western Areas
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Western Areas
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Western Areas
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Western Areas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Bob van Reenen Stadium | ||
| Chris Hani Stadium | ||
| Dobsonville Stadium | ||
| Dobsonville Stadium | ||
| Gustav Preller Sports Grounds | ||
| Lenasia Cricket Stadium | ||
| Lenasia Soccer Stadium | ||
| Orlando Amstel Arena | ||
| Orlando Amstel Arena | ||
| Soweto Cricket Oval |
Airports Near Western Areas
45 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | Large Airport |
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | Large Airport |
| Grand Central Airport | GCJ | Medium Airport |
| Potchefstroom Airport | PCF | Medium Airport |
| Rand Airport | QRA | Medium Airport |
| Rustenburg Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Swartkop Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Vereeniging Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Waterkloof Air Force Base | WKF | Medium Airport |
| Wonderboom Airport | PRY | Medium Airport |
| Aero 57 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aero Den Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aviators Paradise Field | — | Small Airport |
| Bapsfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baragwanath Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bierman Landgoed Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Mountain Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brakpan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carltonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Creek Aviation Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fly Inn Estate | — | Small Airport |
| Grasslands Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Heidelburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jim Fouche Resort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Klipriver Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Krugersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leeukop Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Microland Flight Park | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Estate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Orient Glider Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panorama Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Parys Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Petit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saffier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Gorge Estate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Springs Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Star Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sun Valley Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sunset Shores Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tedderfield Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| The Coves Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vaal Dam Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vanderbijlpark Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zilkaats Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Western Areas
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Barney Molokoane Clinic | ||
| DaruShifa | ||
| Freeway Surgery | ||
| G4 Medical Services - NiteDoc | ||
| G4 Medical Services - NiteDoc | ||
| Greenvillage Clinic | ||
| Lancet Labratories Covid 19 Testing Site | ||
| Lenasia Renal Centre | ||
| Medicross Medical Centre Krugersdorp | ||
| Nishtara Recovery and Wellness Centre | ||
| Shanty Clinic | ||
| Shanty Clinic |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Western Areas?
Western Areas has a population of 2,270 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 312.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Western Areas?
Western Areas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches.