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Somerset East, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Somerset East is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 22,553. Elevation: 2,454 ft (748 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Somerset East
Somerset East, officially KwaNojoli since 2023, is a small historic town in the Blue Crane Route Local Municipality in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. It was founded by Lord Charles Somerset in 1825.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,553 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,454 ft (748 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.7217°, 25.5880° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.0 inches (456 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Somerset East
Somerset East is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 22,553. The city sits at an elevation of 2,454 feet (748 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Somerset East
Somerset East 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 551 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,454 ft (748 m) |
| Area | 5,256.4 sq mi (13,613.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.7217°N, 25.5880°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 2.1 in |
Somerset East has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 51°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 18.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.4") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Somerset East
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gill College | — | — | — | — |
| Gill Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Aeroville Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Somerset East
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset East Museum | ||||
| Walter Battis Art Gallery |
Libraries in Somerset East
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cookhouse Public Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Somerset East
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Somerset East
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Somerset East
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Somerset East
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blanco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cookhouse Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cradock Airport | CDO | Small Airport |
| Darlington Dam Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Henrys Flats Airport | — | Small Airport |
| SHAMWARI | — | Small Airport |
| Somerset East Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Somerset East
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Anglican Church | |
| Nederduitse Gereformeerde Kerk - Somerset-Oos |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Somerset East?
Somerset East has a population of 22,553 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 5,256.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Somerset East?
Somerset East 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 51°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches.