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Yzerfontein, South Africa
Western Cape · South Africa
Yzerfontein is a small town in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 1,365. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Yzerfontein
Yzerfontein, or Ysterfontein, is a small harbour town with about 1200 inhabitants on the west coast of South Africa about 90 km north of Cape Town. The name in Afrikaans means "Iron Fountain".The town started out when the farm 'Yzerfontein' was bought by the Katz-family in the 1930s. Then they started dividing the farm into plots. The main sources of income are tourism, mining and fishing.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,365 |
| Population Density | 381 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.3444°, 18.1616° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.6 inches (370 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yzerfontein
Yzerfontein is a small town in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 1,365. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 381/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.3444°N, 18.1616°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in |
Yzerfontein has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 56°F in July to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 14.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.3").
Museums in Yzerfontein
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darling Museum | ||||
| Encouters | ||||
| First People | ||||
| Way of the San |
Libraries in Yzerfontein
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darling Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Yzerfontein
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Yzerfontein
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yzerfontein
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Yzerfontein
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darling Brewery |
Airports Near Yzerfontein
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town International Airport | CPT | Large Airport |
| Langebaanweg Airport | SDB | Medium Airport |
| Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Ysterplaat Air Force Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Altona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Atlantic Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Cape Winelands Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Contermanskloof Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Delta 200 Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Diepkloof Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malmesbury Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Morningstar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Somersveld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stellenbosch Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Yzerfontein?
Yzerfontein has a population of 1,365 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 381 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yzerfontein?
Yzerfontein enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.6 inches.