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De Aar

City in Northern Cape, South Africa

Overview

De Aar is a railway town at the crossroads of the Northern Cape, known for its wide-open landscapes and vital railway junction. The city boasts a laid-back atmosphere with a blend of historical significance and modern life. While not a typical tourist destination, De Aar offers a unique look at small-town South African life.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
South Africa
Province
Northern Cape
Population
32,318
Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-30.65°, 24.01°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$830
Local Cost
$442
Local Income
$350
Cashless
45
English
70
Temperature
17.9°C
Summer Avg
25.4°C
Winter Avg
9.6°C
Record High
43.4°C
Record Low
-4.7°C
Humidity
42%
Precipitation
250 mm
Internet Speed
40 Mbps
Upload
44 Mbps
Latency
34 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
5.0
Airport
Distance

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 3 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-15.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.

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