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Worcester, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Worcester is a large city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 127,597. Elevation: 768 ft (234 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

127,597 Population 4,515/sq mi density
768 ft Elevation 234 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
26.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Worcester

Worcester

Worcester is a town in the Western Cape, South Africa. It is located 120 kilometres (75 mi) north-east of Cape Town on the N1 highway north to Johannesburg.

People

Population127,597
Density4,515/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Population127,597
Population Density4,515 / sq mi
Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Coordinates-33.6465°, 19.4485°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation26.2 inches (665 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (2 cm)

About Worcester

Worcester is a large city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 127,597. The city sits at an elevation of 768 feet (234 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Worcester

Worcester 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
Worcester enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 326 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 26.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 768 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above South Africa avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Geography

Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Area28.3 sq mi (73.2 km²)
Population Density4,515/sq mi
Coordinates-33.6465°N, 19.4485°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.2"
31% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.23"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
March 67°F (19°C) 1.0 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 51°F (11°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in Coldest
August 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in

Worcester has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 50°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (0.8").

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Colleges & Universities in Worcester

Institution Type Founded Website
Boland College College - ,

Schools in Worcester

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
De La Bat - - - -
Drostdy Technical - - - -
Pioneer Secondary - - - -
Montana Secondary - - - -
Pioneer Primary - - - -
Zwelethemba High School - - - -
P.J.B. Cona Primary School - - - -
Vusisizwe Secondary School - - - -
Avian Park Primêre Skool - - - -
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Radio Stations near Worcester

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Worcester

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Worcester Museum (Kleinplasie)

Libraries in Worcester

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Avian Park Public Library0.0
Worcester Public Library0.0
Zwelethemba Public Library0.0

Hotels in Worcester

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Golden Valley

Restaurants in Worcester

11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bersig Servise Station
Damas
Kleinplasie Restaurant
Kokerboom Restaurant
Moksh
Nando's
Panarotis
Phat Food and Wine
San Diego Spur
Starpark
The Barn

Cafes in Worcester

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe (Coke sponsored)
Cafe Hugo

Monuments in Worcester

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Voortrekker

Veterinaries in Worcester

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZA #4791898354

Train Stations in Worcester

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chavonnes
Worcester

Gas Stations in Worcester

13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Astron Energy
Astron Energy
Astron Energy
Astron Energy
BP
Engen
FAWC Aircraft Fuel
FAWC Aircraft Fuel
MOSH
Shell
Theo Everson Motors
TotalEnergies
ZA #431885989

Banks in Worcester

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

First National
Nedbank
Standard Bank

Shopping Malls in Worcester

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mountain Mill Mall
Q Square Centre

Gyms in Worcester

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Worcester Health & Fitness

Golf Courses in Worcester

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Worcester Golf Club House
Worcester Golf Course

Breweries in Worcester

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Du Toits Kloof brewery?

Airports Near Worcester

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Robertson AirportRODMedium Airport
Ashton Airport-Small Airport
Caledon Airfield-Small Airport
Cape Winelands Airport-Small Airport
Ceres Airport-Small Airport
De Doorns Airport-Small Airport
Malmesbury Airport-Small Airport
Paarl East Airport-Small Airport
Stellenbosch Airport-Small Airport
Worcester Glider Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Worcester

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Worcester Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Worcester

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Audenberg Gemeente (NGK)
Christ the King Church
Church
Moeder
New Apostolic Church
The AFM New Life, Worcester
WYWAM

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
220 m (722 ft)
Area
73.2 km² (28.3 mi²)
Founded
1819
Postal Code
6850
Website
breedevallei.gov.za/

Around Worcester

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 25
Hospitals 3
Pharmacies 2
Restaurants 8
Cafes 2
Bars 1
Supermarkets 3
Banks 2
Museums 1
Libraries 3
Parks 20
Places of Worship 10

Things to See Near Worcester

27 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (24)
  • • Audenberg
  • • Audenberg Ridge Peaks
  • • Audenberg Ridge Peaks
  • • Audenberg Ridge Peaks
  • • Bloukop
  • + 19 more
🌄 Viewpoints (3)
  • • Tierkloof 4x4
  • • Tierkloof 4x4
  • • Windpump

🇿🇦 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 Worcester

What is the population of Worcester?

Worcester has a population of 127,597 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4,515 people per square mile, spread across 28.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Worcester?

Worcester enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches.

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