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Queenstown, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Queenstown is a large city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 118,599. Elevation: 3,547 ft (1,081 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Queenstown
Queenstown, officially Komani, is a town in the middle of the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, roughly halfway between the smaller towns of Cathcart and Sterkstroom on the N6 national route. The town was established in 1853 and is currently the commercial, administrative, and educational centre of the surrounding farming district.
People
Climate
| Population | 118,599 |
| Population Density | 4,308 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,547 ft (1,081 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.8976°, 26.8753° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.1 inches (561 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Queenstown
Queenstown is a large city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 118,599. The city sits at an elevation of 3,547 feet (1,081 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Queenstown
Queenstown 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 492 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,547 ft (1,081 m) |
| Area | 27.5 sq mi (71.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,308/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -31.8976°N, 26.8753°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 2.9 in |
Queenstown has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 50°F in July to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Queenstown
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ikhala TVET College | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Queenstown
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lukhanji Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hexagon High School | - | - | - | - |
| Hangklip Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Queenstown Girls' High School | - | - | - | - |
| Queen's College Boys Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Luvuyo Lerumo High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndlovukazi Public High School | - | - | - | - |
| Queen's College Boys High School | - | - | - | - |
| Southbourne Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maria Louw High School | - | - | - | - |
| Nkwanca High School | - | - | - | - |
| Balmoral Girls Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tembilihle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| John Noah Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Edlelweni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mpendulo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwakomani High School | - | - | - | - |
| Nonesi Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Van Coller Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Louis Rex Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| JJ Serfontein School | - | - | - | - |
| Hoërskool Hangklip | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Queenstown
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Queenstown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queenstown and Frontier Museum |
Hotels in Queenstown
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Queenstown
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Queenstown
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Queenstown
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Queenstown
5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Queenstown
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Queenstown
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Queenstown
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Queenstown
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Queenstown
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Queenstown
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Queenstown
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Queenstown Airport | UTW | Medium Airport |
| Blanco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brosterlea Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cathcart Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dordrecht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Indwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Molteno Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stutterheim Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Queenstown
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Queenstown Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Queenstown
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Apostolic Church | |
| Christ the King Cathedral | |
| Full Gospel Church of God in Southern Afica | |
| Ligkruis Gemeente | |
| Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk van Afrika | |
| NG Kerk Queenstown | |
| St. Andrew's Anglican Church | |
| The Cathedral Church of Saint Michael and All Angels | |
| Twelve Apostles Church in Christ | |
| Wesley Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
Around Queenstown
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Queenstown
3 places within 15 km
- • Bowker's Kop
- • Hangklip
- • Madeira
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Queenstown
What is the population of Queenstown?
Queenstown has a population of 118,599 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4,308 people per square mile, spread across 27.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Queenstown?
Queenstown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.