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Steynsburg, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Steynsburg is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 8,642. Elevation: 4,760 ft (1,451 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,642 Population 2/sq mi density
4,760 ft Elevation 1,451 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
19.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Steynsburg

Steynsburg

Steynsburg is a small town in the Walter Sisulu Local Municipality of the Joe Gqabi District Municipality, Eastern Cape province of South Africa. Steynsburg is located on the intersection of the R56 and R390.

People

Population8,642
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain19.8 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation4,760 ft (1,451 m)
Population8,642
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation4,760 ft (1,451 m)
Coordinates-31.2957°, 25.8234°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation19.8 inches (503 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Steynsburg

Steynsburg is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 8,642. The city sits at an elevation of 4,760 feet (1,451 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Steynsburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 300 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 19.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,760 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above South Africa avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,760 ft (1,451 m)
Area3,732.4 sq mi (9,667.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-31.2957°N, 25.8234°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.8"
48% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 3.15"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.59"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest
February 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in Wettest
March 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
April 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.7 in
July 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 48°F (9°C) 0.8 in
September 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in

Steynsburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 43°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 19.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Steynsburg

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Laerskool Unie - - - -
Ntlalo Public Secondary School - - - -
Mpumelelo Primary School - - - -
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Cafes in Steynsburg

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Africa's Igloo & Coffee Shop (Austrian bakery)

Train Stations in Steynsburg

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Steynsburg

Gas Stations in Steynsburg

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZA #3225721356

Airports Near Steynsburg

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adamsfontein Airport-Small Airport
Brosterlea Farm Airport-Small Airport
Burghersdorp Airport-Small Airport
Corbetts Hope Airport-Small Airport
Gariep Dam Airport-Small Airport
Molteno Airport-Small Airport
Orange River Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Tzamenkomst Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Steynsburg

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gereformeerde kerk Steynsburg
NG Kerk Steynsburg

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,451 m (4,761 ft)
Founded
1872
Postal Code
5920

🇿🇦 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 Steynsburg

What is the population of Steynsburg?

Steynsburg has a population of 8,642 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,732.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Steynsburg?

Steynsburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.8 inches.

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