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Kirkwood, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Kirkwood is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 10,148. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kirkwood
Kirkwood, officially Nqweba is a town in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. It is situated on the banks of the Sundays River in the eponymously named Sundays River Valley, which forms part of the Sundays River Valley Municipality in the Sarah Baartman District Municipality of the Eastern Cape.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,148 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.3983°, 25.4428° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.6 inches (370 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kirkwood
Kirkwood is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 10,148. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet (113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Kirkwood
Kirkwood has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.9°C), the coldest is Jul (13.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 502 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.1°F |
| 21% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Area | 2,883.3 sq mi (7,467.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.3983°N, 25.4428°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 1.2 in |
Kirkwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 56°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.7") and June the driest (0.8").
Schools in Kirkwood
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkwood High School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Kirkwood
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kirkwood
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kirkwood
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kirkwood
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kirkwood
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kirkwood
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kirkwood
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kirkwood
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport | PLZ | Large Airport |
| Beulah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cookhouse Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Darlington Dam Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Henrys Flats Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Humansdorp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paradise Beach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Progress Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Seaview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| SHAMWARI | - | Small Airport |
| Somerset East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uitenhage Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vlakteplaas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kirkwood
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dutch Reformed Church |
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 Kirkwood?
Kirkwood has a population of 10,148 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,883.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kirkwood?
Kirkwood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.6 inches.