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Barkly East, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Barkly East is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 11,965. Elevation: 5,869 ft (1,789 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).
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About Barkly East
Barkly East is a town in Eastern Cape Province, South Africa, seat of the Joe Gqabi District Municipality, and 117 km by road E.S.E. of Aliwal North, lying in the mountainous area just south of Lesotho. The town lies at the southern tip of the Drakensberg on the Langkloofspruit, a tributary of the Kraai River which, in turn is a tributary of the Orange River at an elevation of 1 790 meter above sealevel. Barkly East is characterized by rugged mountains and green valleys. Snow falls in winter, and the hamlet of Rhodes is 60 km or an hour's drive from Barkly East on the R396. Both are within the boundaries of the Senqu Local Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,965 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,869 ft (1,789 m) |
| Coordinates | -30.9683°, 27.5957° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (648 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Barkly East
Barkly East is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 11,965. The city sits at an elevation of 5,869 feet (1,789 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Barkly East
Barkly East has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 618 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,869 ft (1,789 m) |
| Area | 3,447.6 sq mi (8,929.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -30.9683°N, 27.5957°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 42°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in |
Barkly East has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 42°F in July to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.6").
Schools in Barkly East
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malikhanye Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sizamulwazi Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Barkly East High School | — | — | — | — |
Ski Resorts Near Barkly East
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffindell | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Barkly East
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barkly East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Braklaagte East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dordrecht Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elliot Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Indwe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lady Grey Golf Course Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mayaputi Game Reserve Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quthing Airport | UTG | Small Airport |
| Ugie Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Barkly East
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Kerk | |
| St Stephen's Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Barkly East?
Barkly East has a population of 11,965 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,447.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Barkly East?
Barkly East enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches.