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Frankfort, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Frankfort is a small town in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 2,447. Elevation: 2,034 ft (620 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2,447 Population 784/sq mi density
2,034 ft Elevation 620 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
28.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Frankfort

Frankfort is a village in Amathole District Municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. Also known as eDonqaba.

People

Population2,447
Density784/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)
Population2,447
Population Density784 / sq mi
Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)
Coordinates-32.7299°, 27.4664°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation28.7 inches (730 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Frankfort

Frankfort is a small town in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 2,447. The city sits at an elevation of 2,034 feet (620 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Frankfort enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 284 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 28.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,034 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above South Africa avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density784/sq mi
Coordinates-32.7299°N, 27.4664°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.7"
24% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.78"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.75"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in
February 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
April 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in Driest
July 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 58°F (14°C) 1.6 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
November 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in Wettest
December 67°F (20°C) 3.4 in

Frankfort has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 57°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and June the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Frankfort

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Link FM (RSA-EC) christianity, gospel music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Frankfort

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amathole Museum

Libraries in Frankfort

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mdantsane Public Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Frankfort

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Frankfort

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
King Phalo AirportELSLarge Airport
Bisho AirportBIYMedium Airport
Cathcart AirportSmall Airport
Komga AirportSmall Airport
Kwelega Road AirstripSmall Airport
Stutterheim AirportSmall Airport
Whats Landing AirportSmall Airport
Wings Park AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Frankfort

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baptist
Postile

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
9830

🇿🇦 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 Frankfort

What is the population of Frankfort?

Frankfort has a population of 2,447 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 784 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Frankfort?

Frankfort enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches.

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