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Middelburg, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Middelburg is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 22,380. Elevation: 4,111 ft (1,253 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Middelburg
Middelburg is a town in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, in the Great Karoo. It lies in the Upper Karoo, 1,279 m above sea level, with a population of 19,000. It falls under the Inxuba Yethemba Local Municipality, in the Chris Hani District Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,380 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,111 ft (1,253 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.4929°, 25.0063° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.8 inches (400 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Middelburg
Middelburg is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 22,380. The city sits at an elevation of 4,111 feet (1,253 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Middelburg
Middelburg 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 386 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,111 ft (1,253 m) |
| Area | 6,061.5 sq mi (15,699.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -31.4929°N, 25.0063°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 1.7 in |
Middelburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 47°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.6") and June the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Middelburg
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Middelburg
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middelburg High School | - | - | - | - |
| Karel Theron Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Middeland Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Van Der Merwe Memorial Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ellen Olivier Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ekuphumleni Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Boniface Public Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Middelburg
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| UbuntuFM Africa | africa | MP3 128 kbps |
Hotels in Middelburg
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Middelburg
7 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Middelburg
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Middelburg
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Middelburg
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bethesda Road Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cradock Airport | CDO | Small Airport |
| Graaff Reinet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hanover Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Middelburg 2 Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Middelburg?
Middelburg has a population of 22,380 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 6,061.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Middelburg?
Middelburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches.