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Mount Frere, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Mount Frere is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 11,842. Elevation: 3,783 ft (1,153 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mount Frere
Mount Frere, officially KwaBhaca, is a town located in the Eastern Cape province, previously known as the Transkei region, of South Africa. KwaBhaca is situated between Kokstad and Mthatha along the N2 road about 100 km north east of Mthatha. It is administered by the Umzimvubu Municipality and the villages are ruled by the Tribal chief with intermediary borders.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,842 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,783 ft (1,153 m) |
| Coordinates | -30.9017°, 28.9924° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.6 inches (802 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mount Frere
Mount Frere is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 11,842. The city sits at an elevation of 3,783 feet (1,153 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Mount Frere
Mount Frere has an average annual temperature of 16°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.9°C), the coldest is Jul (9.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1064 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,783 ft (1,153 m) |
| Area | 1,353.7 sq mi (3,506.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -30.9017°N, 28.9924°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 4.6 in |
Mount Frere has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 52°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Mount Frere
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilitha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Frere Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dabula Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Mount Frere
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mount Frere
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mount Frere
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mount Frere
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mount Frere
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| K. D. Matanzima Airport | UTT | Medium Airport |
| Port St Johns Airport | JOH | Medium Airport |
| Diamond Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glendower Farm | - | Small Airport |
| H M S Bastard Memorial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kokstad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maclear Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Magwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matatiele Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Mount Frere?
Mount Frere has a population of 11,842 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 1,353.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mount Frere?
Mount Frere enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.