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Lusikisiki, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Lusikisiki is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 7,396. Elevation: 1,877 ft (572 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
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About Lusikisiki
Lusikisiki is a town in the Ingquza Hill Local Municipality in the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa. The name is onomatopoeic, derived from the rustling sound of reeds in the wind, named by the local Xhosa people. Lusikisiki is 45 kilometres (28 mi) inland from and north of Port St Johns. The town is positioned along the R61 leading to Mthatha to the west and Port Shepstone to the north-east.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,396 |
| Population Density | 4,681 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,877 ft (572 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.3620°, 29.5733° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.9 inches (1,039 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lusikisiki
Lusikisiki is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 7,396. The city sits at an elevation of 1,877 feet (572 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Lusikisiki
Lusikisiki 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 1073 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.3°F |
| 21% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,877 ft (572 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,681/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -31.3620°N, 29.5733°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 4.7 in |
Lusikisiki has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 59°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Lusikisiki
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ingwe TVET College | College | — | — |
Schools in Lusikisiki
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thembalethu Senior Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jongikhaya Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Thabatha Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Siwali Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Goso Forest Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Siyazama Junior Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bikitsha Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hombe Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mgezwa Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Xhaka Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dumezweni Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ndimbaneni Senior Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ntanzi Senior Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Palmerton High School | — | — | — | — |
| Botha Sigcau Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Qaukeni School | — | — | — | — |
| Sobaba Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Lusikisiki
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lusikisiki
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lusikisiki
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lusikisiki
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Port St Johns Airport | JOH | Medium Airport |
| Bizana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Koffee Bay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Magwa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mkambati Airport | MBM | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Lusikisiki?
Lusikisiki has a population of 7,396 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4,681 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lusikisiki?
Lusikisiki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches.