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Santombe, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Santombe is a small town in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 1,299. Elevation: 3,428 ft (1,045 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santombe
Mount Ayliff, officially eMaxesibeni, is a small town in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, near that province's border with KwaZulu-Natal.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,299 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,428 ft (1,045 m) |
| Coordinates | -30.8160°, 29.3616° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.9 inches (836 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santombe
Santombe is a small town in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 1,299. The city sits at an elevation of 3,428 feet (1,045 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,428 ft (1,045 m) |
| Area | 1,353.7 sq mi (3,506.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -30.8160°N, 29.3616°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 65°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 51°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in |
Santombe has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 51°F in June to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.7").
Schools in Santombe
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sikhemane Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Arthur Ngunga Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyathini Senior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dutyini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Santombe
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| K. D. Matanzima Airport | UTT | Medium Airport |
| Bizana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Diamond Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glendower Farm | - | Small Airport |
| H M S Bastard Memorial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harding Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kokstad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Magwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matatiele Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mkambati Airport | MBM | Small Airport |
| Qacha's Nek Airport | UNE | Small Airport |
| The Grange Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Santombe?
Santombe has a population of 1,299 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,353.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santombe?
Santombe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.