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Cookhouse, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Cookhouse is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 6,837. Elevation: 1,972 ft (601 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cookhouse
A cookhouse is a small building where cooking takes place. Often found at remote work camps, they complemented the bunkhouse and were usually found on ranches that employed cowboys, or loggers in a logging camp. Prior to the 20th century, cookhouses were a feature of some private residences where the kitchen was a separate building so the heat and smoke from cooking was kept away from the main residential building.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,837 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,972 ft (601 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.7432°, 25.8004° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.4 inches (467 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cookhouse
Cookhouse is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 6,837. The city sits at an elevation of 1,972 feet (601 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Cookhouse
Cookhouse 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 551 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.7°F |
| 14% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,972 ft (601 m) |
| Area | 5,256.4 sq mi (13,613.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.7432°N, 25.8004°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in |
Cookhouse has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 52°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.4") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Cookhouse
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Msobomvu Full Service School | - | - | - | - |
| Cookhouse Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Fish River Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cookhouse Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cookhouse
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Cookhouse
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset East Museum | ||||
| Walter Battis Art Gallery |
Libraries in Cookhouse
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cookhouse Public Library | 0.0 |
Monuments in Cookhouse
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Cookhouse
8 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cookhouse
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cookhouse
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blanco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cookhouse Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cradock Airport | CDO | Small Airport |
| Darlington Dam Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grahamstown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Henrys Flats Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pumba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| SHAMWARI | - | Small Airport |
| Somerset East Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cookhouse
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Cookhouse Post Office |
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 Cookhouse?
Cookhouse has a population of 6,837 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 5,256.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cookhouse?
Cookhouse enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.