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Ilinge, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Ilinge is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 12,806. Elevation: 3,632 ft (1,107 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,806 Population 6/sq mi density
3,632 ft Elevation 1,107 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
22.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Ilinge

Imvani is a settlement some 30 km north of Cathcart and 30 km west of St Marks, in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It takes its name from the river nearby which in turn was named after a type of wild asparagus, A. stipulacens, the roots of which are eaten either raw or cooked. The form iMvani has been approved.

People

Population12,806
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation3,632 ft (1,107 m)
Population12,806
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation3,632 ft (1,107 m)
Coordinates-31.9768°, 27.0427°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation22.7 inches (577 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ilinge

Ilinge is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 12,806. The city sits at an elevation of 3,632 feet (1,107 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Ilinge

Ilinge has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 492 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 77.1
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 73.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 53.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 33.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 12.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 14.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 12.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 21.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 52.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 63.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 67.1
Ilinge enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 295 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 22.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,632 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above South Africa avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,632 ft (1,107 m)
Area1,971.9 sq mi (5,107.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-31.9768°N, 27.0427°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.7"
40% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 3.62"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.51"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 2.9 in Warmest
February 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in Wettest
March 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
May 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in
June 52°F (11°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
November 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
December 69°F (20°C) 2.9 in

Ilinge has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 51°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (0.5").

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Museums in Ilinge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Queenstown and Frontier Museum

Train Stations in Ilinge

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Imvani
Tylden

Stadiums & Teams in Ilinge

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Airports Near Ilinge

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Queenstown AirportUTWMedium Airport
Blanco Airport-Small Airport
Brosterlea Farm Airport-Small Airport
Cathcart Airport-Small Airport
Dordrecht Airport-Small Airport
Indwe Airport-Small Airport
Molteno Airport-Small Airport
Stutterheim Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg

🇿🇦 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 Ilinge

What is the population of Ilinge?

Ilinge has a population of 12,806 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,971.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ilinge?

Ilinge enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.7 inches.

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