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Qumbu, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Qumbu is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 5,904. Elevation: 3,255 ft (992 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

5,904 Population 4/sq mi density
3,255 ft Elevation 992 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
30.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Qumbu

Qumbu

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

People

Population5,904
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain30.6 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation3,255 ft (992 m)
Population5,904
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,255 ft (992 m)
Coordinates-31.1630°, 28.8706°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation30.6 inches (778 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Qumbu

Qumbu is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 5,904. The city sits at an elevation of 3,255 feet (992 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Qumbu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 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 30.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,255 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above South Africa avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,255 ft (992 m)
Area1,489.7 sq mi (3,858.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-31.1630°N, 28.8706°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.6"
19% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 18, 2016.

Aug 18, 2016 10 km W of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M4.5 120 km
Jan 27, 1994 52 km WSW of Kokstad, South Africa M3.4 43 km
Aug 21, 1990 27 km ESE of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M3.1 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in
February 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
March 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.0 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in

Qumbu has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 53°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Qumbu

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mkambeni Senior Primary School
Ndasana Primary School
Mvumelwano Junior Secondary School
Ndwane Primary School
Lower Roza Junior Secondary School
Emjikweni Junior Secondary School
Balasi Junior Secondary School
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Gas Stations in Qumbu

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Qumbu

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
K. D. Matanzima AirportUTTMedium Airport
Port St Johns AirportJOHMedium Airport
Glendower FarmSmall Airport
H M S Bastard Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Kokstad AirportSmall Airport
Maclear AirportSmall Airport
Ugie AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
2
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
5180

🇿🇦 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 Qumbu

What is the population of Qumbu?

Qumbu has a population of 5,904 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,489.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Qumbu?

Qumbu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches.

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