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Molteno, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Molteno is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 13,840. Elevation: 5,233 ft (1,595 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Molteno
Molteno is a comune (municipality) and a hill-top town in the Province of Lecco in the Italian region Lombardy, located about 35 kilometres (22 mi) northeast of Milan and about 11 kilometres (7 mi) southwest of Lecco. As of 31 December 2004, it had a population of 3,206 and an area of 3.2 square kilometres (1.2 mi2).
People
Climate
| Population | 13,840 |
| Population Density | 3,117 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,233 ft (1,595 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.3968°, 26.3625° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.9 inches (556 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Molteno
Molteno is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 13,840. The city sits at an elevation of 5,233 feet (1,595 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Molteno
Molteno has an average annual temperature of 14.5°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.5°C), the coldest is Jul (6.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 485 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,233 ft (1,595 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -31.3968°N, 26.3625°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in |
Molteno has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 41°F in July to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Molteno
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Slovo Freedom High School | - | - | - | - |
| Nolitha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nceba Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Nolitha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Molteno
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sterkstroom Public Library | 0.0 |
Train Stations in Molteno
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Molteno
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Queenstown Airport | UTW | Medium Airport |
| Aliwal North Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blanco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brosterlea Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Burghersdorp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dordrecht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Molteno Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Molteno
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Kerk - Molteno |
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What is the population of Molteno?
Molteno has a population of 13,840 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3,117 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Molteno?
Molteno has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches.