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Sterkstroom, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Sterkstroom is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 8,584. Elevation: 4,419 ft (1,347 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

8,584 Population 6/sq mi density
4,419 ft Elevation 1,347 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
21.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Sterkstroom

Sterkstroom

Sterkstroom is a settlement in Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality of the Chris Hani District in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.

People

Population8,584
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain21.3 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation4,419 ft (1,347 m)
Population8,584
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,419 ft (1,347 m)
Coordinates-31.5571°, 26.5542°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation21.3 inches (541 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sterkstroom

Sterkstroom is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 8,584. The city sits at an elevation of 4,419 feet (1,347 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Sterkstroom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 297 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 21.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,419 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above South Africa avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,419 ft (1,347 m)
Area1,516.0 sq mi (3,926.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-31.5571°N, 26.5542°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.3"
44% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 3.58"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.63"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in Warmest
February 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in Wettest
March 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in

Sterkstroom has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 45°F in July to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Sterkstroom

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Siyaphakama Senior Secondary School
Sterkstroom School
Usenathi Public Primary School
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Radio Stations near Sterkstroom

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Libraries in Sterkstroom

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Sterkstroom Public Library0.0

Train Stations in Sterkstroom

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lower Incline
Sterkstroom

Gas Stations in Sterkstroom

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZA #10548348620

Airports Near Sterkstroom

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Queenstown AirportUTWMedium Airport
Blanco AirportSmall Airport
Brosterlea Farm AirportSmall Airport
Burghersdorp AirportSmall Airport
Cathcart AirportSmall Airport
Dordrecht AirportSmall Airport
Molteno AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sterkstroom

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sterkstroom Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sterkstroom

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
NG Kerk - Sterkstroom

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,355 m (4,446 ft)
Founded
1875
Postal Code
5425

🇿🇦 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 Sterkstroom

What is the population of Sterkstroom?

Sterkstroom has a population of 8,584 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,516.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sterkstroom?

Sterkstroom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.3 inches.

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