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Hermanus
City in Western Cape, South Africa
Overview
Hermanus, a picturesque seaside town in South Africa's Western Cape, is renowned for its world-class whale watching, pristine beaches, and lively coastal atmosphere. With a blend of arty culture and natural wonder, it appeals to both adventure seekers and those looking to unwind.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
South Africa
Province
Western Cape
Population
56,139
Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-34.42°, 19.23°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
58
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$1,338
Local Cost
$785
Local Income
$750
Cashless
65
English
87
Temperature
16.8°C
Summer Avg
20.5°C
Winter Avg
13.2°C
Record High
38.2°C
Record Low
4.8°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
526 mm
Internet Speed
51 Mbps
Upload
37 Mbps
Latency
8 ms
City Vibrancy
17
Coworking
0
Cafes
10
Nightlife
1
Parks
6
Transport
48
Walk Score
48
Footways
95.0
Airport
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Distance
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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 46 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 2026-01-14.
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 75/100.
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