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Libode, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Libode is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 5,464. Elevation: 2,598 ft (792 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,464 Population 3,595/sq mi density
2,598 ft Elevation 792 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
34.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Libode

Libode is a small town of 5000 inhabitants in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. It is situated on the R61 road from Port St Johns in the east to Mthatha in the west and serves as the administrative seat of the Nyandeni Local Municipality, which is part of the OR Tambo District Municipality. As a small infrastructural hub for the surrounding rural area, Libode features a community college and a hospital, the St Barnabas Hospital.

People

Population5,464
Density3,595/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation2,598 ft (792 m)
Population5,464
Population Density3,595 / sq mi
Elevation2,598 ft (792 m)
Coordinates-31.5433°, 29.0164°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation34.4 inches (874 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Libode

Libode is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 5,464. The city sits at an elevation of 2,598 feet (792 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Libode enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 34.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,598 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above South Africa avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,598 ft (792 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density3,595/sq mi
Coordinates-31.5433°N, 29.0164°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.4"
9% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 27, 1994.

Jan 27, 1994 52 km WSW of Kokstad, South Africa M3.4 85 km
Aug 21, 1990 27 km ESE of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M3.1 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 4.4 in
February 69°F (21°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
March 68°F (20°C) 4.6 in
April 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
May 60°F (16°C) 1.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.8 in Driest
July 56°F (13°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in
November 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in
December 67°F (20°C) 4.5 in

Libode has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 56°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Libode

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mconco Junior Secondary School - - - -
Bhekizulu Senior Secondary - - - -
Ngqwangi Junior Secondary School - - - -
Lower Bolotwa Junior Secondary School - - - -
Magadlela Junior Secondary School - - - -
Mafini Junior Secondary School - - - -
Mfabane Junior Secondary School - - - -
Victor Poto School - - - -
Zwelake Junior Secondary School - - - -
Fezekile Senior Primary School - - - -
Maxaka Junior Secondary School - - - -
Luvela Junior Secondary School - - - -
Lower Mngamnye Junior Secondary School - - - -
Dokodela Junior Secondary School - - - -
Zanokhanyo Junior Secondary School - - - -
Mtyu Junior Secondary School - - - -
Chief Henry Bokleni Senior Secondary School - - - -
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Museums in Libode

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nelson Mandela Museum

Gas Stations in Libode

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Spargs Garage

Airports Near Libode

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
K. D. Matanzima AirportUTTMedium Airport
Port St Johns AirportJOHMedium Airport
Idutywa Airport-Small Airport
Koffee Bay Airport-Small Airport
Maclear Airport-Small Airport
Magwa Airport-Small Airport
The Haven Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Libode

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Thembalitsha Rehabilitation Centre

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
770 m (2,526 ft)
Area
3.9 km² (1.5 mi²)
Postal Code
5160

🇿🇦 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 Libode

What is the population of Libode?

Libode has a population of 5,464 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3,595 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Libode?

Libode enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.4 inches.

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