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Hogsback, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Hogsback is a small town in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 1,232. Elevation: 3,944 ft (1,202 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,232 Population 324/sq mi density
3,944 ft Elevation 1,202 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
26.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Hogsback

Hogsback

Hogsback is a mountain retreat in the Amathole Mountains in the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa.

People

Population1,232
Density324/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation3,944 ft (1,202 m)
Population1,232
Population Density324 / sq mi
Elevation3,944 ft (1,202 m)
Coordinates-32.5953°, 26.9402°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation26.4 inches (671 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Hogsback

Hogsback is a small town in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 1,232. The city sits at an elevation of 3,944 feet (1,202 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Hogsback enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,944 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above South Africa avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,944 ft (1,202 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates-32.5953°N, 26.9402°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.4"
30% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 3.62"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.71"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
February 65°F (19°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Wettest
March 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.1 in
June 51°F (10°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
November 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in

Hogsback has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 50°F in July to 65°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (0.7").

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Libraries in Hogsback

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alice Public Library0.0
Hogsback Library0.0
UFH Library0.0

Hotels in Hogsback

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hogsback Inn

Restaurants in Hogsback

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Red Clay Cafe
The Edge
The Touraco Table

Gas Stations in Hogsback

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Stadiums & Teams in Hogsback

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Hogsback

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bisho AirportBIYMedium Airport
Queenstown AirportUTWMedium Airport
Blanco Airport-Small Airport
Cathcart Airport-Small Airport
Fort Beaufort Airport-Small Airport
Grahamstown Airport-Small Airport
Kwande Airstrip-Small Airport
Stutterheim Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hogsback

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Patricks Chapel

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Waterfalls
5
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Founded
1883
Postal Code
5721
Website
hogsback.co.za/

🇿🇦 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 Hogsback

What is the population of Hogsback?

Hogsback has a population of 1,232 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 324 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hogsback?

Hogsback enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.4 inches.

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