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Zoar, South Africa

Western Cape · South Africa

Zoar is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 5,582. Elevation: 1,654 ft (504 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

5,582 Population 3/sq mi density
1,654 ft Elevation 504 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
12.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Zoar

Zoar is a settlement in Garden Route District Municipality in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

People

Population5,582
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation1,654 ft (504 m)
Population5,582
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,654 ft (504 m)
Coordinates-33.4956°, 21.4437°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceWestern Cape
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation12.9 inches (327 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zoar

Zoar is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 5,582. The city sits at an elevation of 1,654 feet (504 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Zoar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 12.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,654 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above South Africa avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,654 ft (504 m)
Area1,918.6 sq mi (4,969.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-33.4956°N, 21.4437°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.9"
66% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.34"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Oct 18, 2016.

Oct 18, 2016 29 km E of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.5 87 km
Nov 5, 2009 43 km NNE of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.3 98 km
May 14, 2011 39 km NNE of Prince Albert, South Africa M4.1 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 1.0 in
February 67°F (20°C) 1.2 in Warmest
March 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.0 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.9 in
July 47°F (8°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
August 49°F (9°C) 1.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in
November 60°F (16°C) 1.3 in
December 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in

Zoar has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 47°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 12.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.3") and July the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Zoar

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Zoar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Calitzdorp Museum

Libraries in Zoar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Zoar Public Library0.0

Airports Near Zoar

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Oudtshoorn AirportOUHMedium Airport
Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge AirportSmall Airport
Mossel Bay AirportMZYSmall Airport
Prince Albert AirportSmall Airport
Riversdale AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Zoar

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Zoar post office

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
504 m (1,654 ft)
Founded
1817
Postal Code
6656

🇿🇦 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 Zoar

What is the population of Zoar?

Zoar has a population of 5,582 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,918.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zoar?

Zoar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.9 inches.

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