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Hanover, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Hanover is a small town in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 1,437. Elevation: 1,732 ft (528 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Hanover
Hanover is the capital and largest city of the German state of Lower Saxony. Its population of 535,932 (2021) makes it the 13th-largest city in Germany as well as the fourth-largest in northern Germany after Berlin, Hamburg and Bremen. Hanover's urban area comprises the towns of Garbsen, Langenhagen and Laatzen and has a population of about 791,000 (2018). The Hanover Region has some 1.16 million inhabitants (2019) and is the largest in the Hanover–Braunschweig–Göttingen–Wolfsburg Metropolitan Region, the 17th biggest metropolitan area by GDP in the European Union.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,437 |
| Population Density | 461 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,732 ft (528 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.8190°, 27.4806° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.5 inches (775 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hanover
Hanover is a small town in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 1,437. The city sits at an elevation of 1,732 feet (528 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,732 ft (528 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 461/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.8190°N, 27.4806°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| 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 | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| 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 |
Hanover has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 57°F in June to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and June the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Hanover
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Link FM (RSA-EC) | christianity, gospel music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Hanover
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amathole Museum |
Libraries in Hanover
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mdantsane Public Library | 0.0 |
Train Stations in Hanover
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hanover
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Hanover
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| King Phalo Airport | ELS | Large Airport |
| Bisho Airport | BIY | Medium Airport |
| Cathcart Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fort D'Acre Reserve Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Haga Haga Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Komga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kwelega Road Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mtwentwe Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Port Alfred Airport | AFD | Small Airport |
| Stutterheim Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Whats Landing Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wings Park Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hanover
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Rhabe | |
| Roma |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Hanover
What is the population of Hanover?
Hanover has a population of 1,437 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 461 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hanover?
Hanover enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches.