Comparing South Africa with Switzerland

Compare Climate information for South Africa and Switzerland

Is South Africa warmer or hotter than Switzerland?

On average across the year, yes, South Africa is hotter than Switzerland . South Africa has an average temperature of 19°C/66°F and Switzerland has an average temperature of 10°C/50°F.

South Africa's hottest month is January, with an average maximum temperature of 30°C/86°F, which is hotter than Switzerland's hottest month (July, with an average maximum temperature of 25°C/77°F).

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Is South Africa colder or cooler than Switzerland?

On average across the year, no, South Africa is not colder than Switzerland . South Africa has an average minimum temperature of 12°C/54°F and Switzerland has an average minimum temperature of 6°C/43°F.



South Africa's coldest month is June, with an average minimum temperature of 5°C/41°F, which is not colder than Switzerland's coldest month (February, with an average minimum temperature of -2°C/28°F).

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Does South Africa have more rain than Switzerland?

On average across the year, no, South Africa has less rain than Switzerland. South Africa has an average annual rainfall of 446mm and Switzerland has an average annual rainfall of 1164mm.

South Africa's wettest month is December, with an average monthly rainfall of 70mm, which is drier than Switzerland's wettest month (July, with an average monthly rainfall of 136mm).

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Compare location information for South Africa and Switzerland

How far is South Africa from Switzerland?

The midpoint of South Africa is approximately 5,425 miles (8,730km) south of Switzerland.

Is South Africa further west than Switzerland?

No, South Africa is not further west than Switzerland.

Is South Africa further east than Switzerland?

Yes, South Africa is further east than Switzerland. The midpoint of South Africa is further east by approximately 361 miles (581km).

Is South Africa further north than Switzerland?

No, South Africa is not further north than Switzerland.

Is South Africa further south than Switzerland?

Yes, South Africa is further south than Switzerland. The midpoint of South Africa is further south by approximately 5,346 miles (8,604km).

Is South Africa bigger than Switzerland?

Yes, South Africa is bigger than Switzerland. South Africa has an area of 1,214,470 km2 (3,145,477 miles2) and Switzerland has an area of 39,997 km2 (103,592 miles2) which means that South Africa is 1,174,473 km2 (3,041,885 miles2) bigger than Switzerland.
That makes South Africa 30 times bigger than Switzerland.

Is South Africa smaller than Switzerland?

No, South Africa is not smaller than Switzerland. South Africa has an area of 1,214,470 km2 (3,145,477 miles2) and Switzerland has an area of 39,997 km2 (103,592 miles2) which means that South Africa is 1,174,473 km2 (3,041,885 miles2) bigger than Switzerland.
That makes South Africa 30 times bigger than Switzerland.

How far is Switzerland from South Africa?

The midpoint of Switzerland is approximately 5,425 miles (8,730km) of South Africa.

Is Switzerland further west than South Africa?

Yes, Switzerland is further west than South Africa. The midpoint of Switzerland is further west by approximately 361 miles (581km).

Is Switzerland further east than South Africa?

No, Switzerland is not further east than South Africa.

Is Switzerland further north than South Africa?

Yes, Switzerland is further north than South Africa. The midpoint of Switzerland is further north by approximately 5,346 miles (8,604km).

Is Switzerland further south than South Africa?

No, Switzerland is not further south than South Africa.

Is Switzerland bigger than South Africa?

No, Switzerland is smaller than South Africa. Switzerland has an area of 39,997 km2 (103,592 miles2) and South Africa has an area of 1,214,470 km2 (3,145,477 miles2) which means that Switzerland is 1,174,473 km2 (3,041,885 miles2) smaller than South Africa.
That makes Switzerland 30 times smaller than South Africa.

Is Switzerland smaller than South Africa?

Yes, Switzerland is smaller than South Africa. Switzerland has an area of 39,997 km2 (103,592 miles2) and South Africa has an area of 1,214,470 km2 (3,145,477 miles2) which means that Switzerland is 1,174,473 km2 (3,041,885 miles2) smaller than South Africa.
That makes Switzerland 30 times smaller than South Africa.

Compare population information for South Africa and Switzerland

Is South Africa more populated than Switzerland?

Yes, South Africa is more populated than Switzerland. South Africa has a population of 57,516,665 and Switzerland has a population of 8,508,698 which means that South Africa has 49,007,967 more people than Switzerland.
That makes South Africa 7 times more populated than Switzerland.

Is South Africa less populated than Switzerland?

No, South Africa is not less populated than Switzerland. South Africa has a population of 57,516,665 and Switzerland has a population of 8,508,698 which means that South Africa has 49,007,967 more people than Switzerland.
That makes South Africa 7 times more populated than Switzerland.

Is Switzerland more populated than South Africa?

No, Switzerland is not more populated than South Africa. Switzerland has a population of 8,508,698 and South Africa has a population of 57,516,665 which means that Switzerland has 49,007,967 fewer people than South Africa.
That makes Switzerland 7 times less populated than South Africa.

Is Switzerland less populated than South Africa?

Yes, Switzerland is less populated than South Africa. Switzerland has a population of 8,508,698 and South Africa has a population of 57,516,665 which means that Switzerland has 49,007,967 fewer people than South Africa.
That makes Switzerland 7 times less populated than South Africa.

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