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Glencoe, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Glencoe is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 21,024. Elevation: 4,242 ft (1,293 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Glencoe
Glencoe is situated in the Umzinyathi District, District of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,024 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,242 ft (1,293 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.1783°, 30.1470° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.1 inches (789 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Glencoe
Glencoe is a small city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 21,024. The city sits at an elevation of 4,242 feet (1,293 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Glencoe
Glencoe has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 687 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,242 ft (1,293 m) |
| Area | 841.6 sq mi (2,179.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.1783°N, 30.1470°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 4.7 in |
Glencoe has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 52°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Glencoe
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glencoe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sebenzakusakhanya Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amakhemfundo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Uelzen Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Biggarsberg Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Glencoe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talana Museum |
Libraries in Glencoe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dundee Library | 0.0 |
Monuments in Glencoe
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Glencoe
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Glencoe
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Glencoe
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Glencoe
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ladysmith Airport | LAY | Medium Airport |
| Newcastle Airport | NCS | Medium Airport |
| Battlefields Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dundee Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Durnacol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glen Grey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glenside Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nambiti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Utrecht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vryheid Airport | VYD | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Glencoe
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Kerk - Glencoe |
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 Glencoe?
Glencoe has a population of 21,024 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 841.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Glencoe?
Glencoe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches.