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Wolseley, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Wolseley is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 14,533. Elevation: 869 ft (265 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

14,533 Population 7,530/sq mi density
869 ft Elevation 265 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
28.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Wolseley

Wolseley

Wolseley is a small town in the upper Breede River Valley region of the Western Cape province of South Africa. In the 2011 Census it had a population of 1,528 people. It is located 90 kilometres (60 mi) northeast of Cape Town, in the Land van Waveren valley between the Waterval Mountains to the west and the Witzenberg Mountains to the east.

People

Population14,533
Density7,530/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Population14,533
Population Density7,530 / sq mi
Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Coordinates-33.4140°, 19.2005°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation28.1 inches (714 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (0 cm)

About Wolseley

Wolseley is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 14,533. The city sits at an elevation of 869 feet (265 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 Wolseley

Wolseley 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 329 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 14.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 34.8
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 33.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 63.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 54.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 34.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 30.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 24.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 7.6
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 10.3
Wolseley enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 28.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 869 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above South Africa avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density7,530/sq mi
Coordinates-33.4140°N, 19.2005°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.1"
26% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.27"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.67"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in

Wolseley has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 51°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Wolseley

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
WF Loots Primary School
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Museums in Wolseley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Drostdy-Hof
Museum House
Ouma Granny's House
Wellington Museum

Libraries in Wolseley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Tulbagh Library0.0
Wagenmakersvallei Public Library0.0
Wellington Public Library0.0
Witzen Valley Library0.0
Witzenville Public Library0.0
Wolseley Public Library0.0
Worcester Public Library0.0

Restaurants in Wolseley

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Winterberg Mountain Inn

Cafes in Wolseley

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe
The Creative Hub

Monuments in Wolseley

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Second Boer War Blockhouse
Second Boer War Blockhouse

Zoos in Wolseley

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fynbos Guest Farm

Train Stations in Wolseley

5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Artois
Breëriver
La Plaisante
Romans Rivier
Wolseley

Gas Stations in Wolseley

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Total Gas Station

Banks in Wolseley

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ABSA Wolseley

Breweries in Wolseley

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Monks Gin

Stadiums & Teams in Wolseley

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Wolseley

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cape Town International AirportCPTLarge Airport
Robertson AirportRODMedium Airport
Ysterplaat Air Force BaseMedium Airport
Altona AirportSmall Airport
Atlantic AerodromeSmall Airport
Cape Winelands AirportSmall Airport
Ceres AirportSmall Airport
Contermanskloof AirstripSmall Airport
De Doorns AirportSmall Airport
Delta 200 AirstripSmall Airport
Diepkloof AirfieldSmall Airport
Kagga Kamma AirportSmall Airport
Malmesbury AirportSmall Airport
Morningstar AirfieldSmall Airport
Paarl East AirportSmall Airport
Somersveld AirportSmall Airport
Stellenbosch AirportSmall Airport
Worcester Glider AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wolseley

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Wolseley NG Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
260 m (853 ft)
Area
5.0 km² (1.9 mi²)
Postal Code
6830

🇿🇦 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 Wolseley

What is the population of Wolseley?

Wolseley has a population of 14,533 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 7,530 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Wolseley?

Wolseley 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.

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