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Dimbaza, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Dimbaza is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 26,099. Elevation: 1,893 ft (577 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

26,099 Population 18/sq mi density
1,893 ft Elevation 577 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
27.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Dimbaza

Dimbaza

Dimbaza is a township in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, located in the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, 20 kilometres (12 mi) northwest of Qonce, formerly known as King William's Town, on the R63 road to Alice and Fort Beaufort. As of 2011, it had a population of 21,783.

People

Population26,099
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation1,893 ft (577 m)
Population26,099
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation1,893 ft (577 m)
Coordinates-32.8348°, 27.2174°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (689 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Dimbaza

Dimbaza is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 26,099. The city sits at an elevation of 1,893 feet (577 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Dimbaza

Dimbaza has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (14°C). Average annual precipitation is 1156 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22°C / 72°F 13.2° / 35.9° 170.1
Feb 21.8°C / 71°F 13.1° / 33.7° 133.0
Mar 21.2°C / 70°F 12.7° / 34.9° 107.4
Apr 18.3°C / 65°F 10.5° / 32.3° 104.0
May 16.7°C / 62°F 7.7° / 29.5° 82.6
Jun 14.7°C / 58°F 6.7° / 26.3° 47.5
Jul 14°C / 57°F 5.2° / 27.1° 15.6
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 5.4° / 30.8° 29.9
Sep 16.6°C / 62°F 7° / 34.6° 92.5
Oct 17.9°C / 64°F 8.4° / 34° 128.0
Nov 19°C / 66°F 10.6° / 33.5° 115.5
Dec 20.3°C / 69°F 11.4° / 34.4° 130.0
Dimbaza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,893 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above South Africa avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,893 ft (577 m)
Area1,471.8 sq mi (3,811.9 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates-32.8348°N, 27.2174°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.1"
29% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.43"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.87"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in
February 71°F (21°C) 3.3 in Warmest
March 69°F (20°C) 3.2 in
April 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in Driest
July 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
November 65°F (19°C) 3.4 in Wettest
December 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in

Dimbaza has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 57°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and June the driest (0.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Dimbaza

Institution Type Founded Website
Fort Cox Agriculture and Forestry Training Institute College Visit →

Schools in Dimbaza

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pirie Primary School
Metele Primary School
Richard Varha Senior Secondary School
Bizokhulu Primary School
Dawuwa Primary School
Blair Helen Primary School
Hoho Senior Secondary School
Zabalaza Junior Primary School
Lukhozi High School
Zihlahleni Primary School
Kuyasa High School
Mzintshane Junior Secondary School
Nomgwadla Primary School
Nongwane Primary School
Ezikweni Lower Primary School
Nomhle Primary School
Nobuntu Higher Primary School
Kwasa Junior Primary School
Lower Primary School
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Museums in Dimbaza

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amathole Museum

Monuments in Dimbaza

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ntaba kaNdoda - National Monument of the Republic of Ciskei

Train Stations in Dimbaza

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Debe Nek
Dimbaza
Pirie

Gas Stations in Dimbaza

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZA #12612402651

Stadiums & Teams in Dimbaza

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Airports Near Dimbaza

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
King Phalo AirportELSLarge Airport
Bisho AirportBIYMedium Airport
Cathcart AirportSmall Airport
Fort Beaufort AirportSmall Airport
Fort D'Acre Reserve AirportSmall Airport
Grahamstown AirportSmall Airport
Komga AirportSmall Airport
Kwande AirstripSmall Airport
Port Alfred AirportAFDSmall Airport
Stutterheim AirportSmall Airport
Wings Park AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dimbaza

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Uniting Reformed Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
580 m (1,903 ft)
Postal Code
5671

🇿🇦 About South Africa

Capital Pretoria
Population 57,779,622
Area 1,219,912 km²
GDP (USD) $381,440,724,491
GDP per capita $6,034
HDI 0.717
Life expectancy 66.1 years
Internet users 75.7%
Urban population 63.6%
Currency ZAR (Rand)
Languages Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Vend...
Calling code +27
TLD .za
Driving side left

Public Holidays in South Africa

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 21 Human Rights Day Human Rights Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Family Day Family Day
Apr 27 Freedom Day Freedom Day
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
Jun 16 Youth Day Youth Day
Aug 10 National Women's Day National Women's Day
Sep 24 Heritage Day Heritage Day
Dec 16 Day of Reconciliation Day of Reconciliation
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Day of Goodwill St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dimbaza

What is the population of Dimbaza?

Dimbaza has a population of 26,099 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 1,471.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Dimbaza?

Dimbaza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches.

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