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Hankey, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Hankey is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 14,091. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Hankey
Hankey is a small town on the confluence of the Klein and Gamtoos rivers in South Africa. It is part of the Kouga Local Municipality of the Sarah Baartman District in the Eastern Cape.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,091 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.8331°, 24.8836° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (617 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hankey
Hankey is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 14,091. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Hankey
Hankey has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Feb (21.5°C), the coldest is Jul (14.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 475 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 1,248.1 sq mi (3,232.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.8331°N, 24.8836°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in |
Hankey has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.5") and June the driest (1.4").
Schools in Hankey
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hankey Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hankey Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Hankey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Baartman Memorial Centre | ||||
| The Humansdorp Museum |
Libraries in Hankey
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ukhanyiso | 0.0 |
Train Stations in Hankey
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hankey
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Hankey
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport | PLZ | Large Airport |
| Beulah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Darlington Dam Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Humansdorp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kareedouw Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paradise Beach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Progress Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Regyne Protea Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Seaview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| St Francis Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Steytlerville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uitenhage Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vlakteplaas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Hankey
What is the population of Hankey?
Hankey has a population of 14,091 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,248.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hankey?
Hankey enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.