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Ngqeleni, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Ngqeleni is a small town in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 3,151. Elevation: 2,178 ft (664 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3,151 Population 2,073/sq mi density
2,178 ft Elevation 664 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
36.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Ngqeleni

Ngqeleni is a town in OR Tambo District Municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.

People

Population3,151
Density2,073/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation2,178 ft (664 m)
Population3,151
Population Density2,073 / sq mi
Elevation2,178 ft (664 m)
Coordinates-31.6732°, 29.0333°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation36.9 inches (937 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ngqeleni

Ngqeleni is a small town in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 3,151. The city sits at an elevation of 2,178 feet (664 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Ngqeleni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 269 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 36.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,178 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above South Africa avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,178 ft (664 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density2,073/sq mi
Coordinates-31.6732°N, 29.0333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.9"
3% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.80"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 27, 1994.

Jan 27, 1994 52 km WSW of Kokstad, South Africa M3.4 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.4 in
February 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in Warmest
March 69°F (20°C) 4.8 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
May 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in Driest
July 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in Coldest
August 60°F (15°C) 1.4 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
November 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in
December 68°F (20°C) 4.5 in

Ngqeleni has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 58°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Ngqeleni

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gqira Junior Secondary School
Mdeni Junior Secondary School
Guqaza Junior Secondary School
Godini Junior Secondary School
Nqeketo Junior Secondary School
Qokama Junior Secondary School
Mbambeni Senior Primary School
Gxaba Senior Secondary School
Pangalele Senior Secondary School
Mabetshe Junior Secondary School
Mdumazulu Junior Secondary School
Nqakamatye Junior Secondary School
Nkunzimbini Junior Secondary School
Dikela Springs Senior Primary School
Manzini Junior Secondary School
Lutsheko Junior Secondary School
Manzini Junior Secondary School
Gcinizizwe Senior Primary School
Pondomiseni Junior Secondary School
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Museums in Ngqeleni

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nelson Mandela Museum

Airports Near Ngqeleni

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
K. D. Matanzima AirportUTTMedium Airport
Port St Johns AirportJOHMedium Airport
Idutywa AirportSmall Airport
Koffee Bay AirportSmall Airport
Maclear AirportSmall Airport
Magwa AirportSmall Airport
The Haven AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
5140

🇿🇦 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 Ngqeleni

What is the population of Ngqeleni?

Ngqeleni has a population of 3,151 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2,073 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ngqeleni?

Ngqeleni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches.

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