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Mkukwini, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Mkukwini is a small town in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 1,970. Elevation: 3,238 ft (987 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,970 Population 1/sq mi density
3,238 ft Elevation 987 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
24.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Mkukwini

Qamata is a small town in Intsika Yethu Municipality, Chris Hani District, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa. From 1963 to 1994, it was part of the semi-autonomous Transkei, and before that of western Tembuland. Qamata is located on Route R61 and on the Qamata River. It is 18 kilometres (11 mi) west of the town of Cofimvaba, 39 kilometres (24 mi) east of the R61 junction with the N6 national route and 58 kilometres (36 mi) east of Queenstown.

People

Population1,970
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain24.2 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation3,238 ft (987 m)
Population1,970
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,238 ft (987 m)
Coordinates-31.9714°, 27.4336°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation24.2 inches (614 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mkukwini

Mkukwini is a small town in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 1,970. The city sits at an elevation of 3,238 feet (987 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Mkukwini enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,238 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above South Africa avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,238 ft (987 m)
Area1,398.5 sq mi (3,622.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-31.9714°N, 27.4336°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.2"
36% 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) 3.2 in Warmest
February 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in Wettest
March 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
May 58°F (15°C) 0.9 in
June 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.3 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
November 65°F (19°C) 2.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in

Mkukwini has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 53°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Mkukwini

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Mark's Primary School - - - -
Mpomvane Senior Primary School - - - -
Ntshingeni Primary School - - - -
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Gas Stations in Mkukwini

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZA #11997791266

Airports Near Mkukwini

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Queenstown AirportUTWMedium Airport
Cathcart Airport-Small Airport
Dordrecht Airport-Small Airport
Elliot Airport-Small Airport
Indwe Airport-Small Airport
Komga Airport-Small Airport
Stutterheim Airport-Small Airport

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Meteorites
1
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
5327

🇿🇦 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 Mkukwini

What is the population of Mkukwini?

Mkukwini has a population of 1,970 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,398.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mkukwini?

Mkukwini enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.2 inches.

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