Country Facts:
Spain vs. South Africa

Country area

The surface area of Spain is 195 365 mi², while the surface area of South Africa is 471 445 mi². This means that the area of South Africa is 141% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Spain is Madrid, with a population of about 3 165 240 people. In contrast, the largest city in South Africa is Johannesburg, where the population is 4 434 830.

Highest recorded temperature

In Spain, the highest temperature ever measured was 117°F and was recorded in Murcia, while in South Africa the highest temperature was 122°F and was recorded in Dunbrody, Eastern Cape.

Population

The population of Spain is about 46 754 778, while South Africa is home to 59 308 690 people.

Average age

The average age is 43.9 years in Spain and 28 years in South Africa.

Literacy

Literacy is 98.6% in Spain and 95.0% in South Africa.

Religion

In Spain, the main religion is Christianity; in South Africa, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Spain: 38 343 Int$. South Africa: 13 356 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Spain: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in South Africa: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, D, M, N).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Spain - May, June, July, August, September; South Africa - January, February, December.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites