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Cala, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Cala is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 15,764. Elevation: 3,924 ft (1,196 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cala
Cala is a town in Sakhisizwe Local Municipality, part of the Chris Hani District Municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,764 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,924 ft (1,196 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.5236°, 27.6952° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.8 inches (656 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cala
Cala is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 15,764. The city sits at an elevation of 3,924 feet (1,196 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Cala
Cala has an average annual temperature of 14.8°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.4°C), the coldest is Jul (7.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 700 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.3°F |
| 12% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,924 ft (1,196 m) |
| Area | 1,186.0 sq mi (3,071.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -31.5236°N, 27.6952°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in |
Cala has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 50°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.0") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Cala
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Horizon Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kanyisa Special School | - | - | - | - |
| Cala High School | - | - | - | - |
| L M Silingela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lower Cala Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bathandwa Ndondo Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cala Village Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwezi Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cala
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Train Stations in Cala
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cala
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cala
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barkly East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dordrecht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elliot Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Idutywa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Indwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maclear Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ugie Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cala
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Lufutha |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cala
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cala
What is the population of Cala?
Cala has a population of 15,764 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 1,186.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cala?
Cala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches.