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Thornhill, South Africa
Eastern Cape · South Africa
Thornhill is a small town in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 5,000. Elevation: 722 ft (220 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Thornhill
Thornhill is a town in Kouga Local Municipality under the Sarah Baartman District Municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,000 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 722 ft (220 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.8951°, 25.1391° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Eastern Cape |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (617 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Thornhill
Thornhill is a small town in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 5,000. The city sits at an elevation of 722 feet (220 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 722 ft (220 m) |
| Area | 1,248.1 sq mi (3,232.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.8951°N, 25.1391°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in |
Thornhill has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.6") and January the driest (1.6").
Schools in Thornhill
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yellowwoods Farm School | - | - | - | - |
| Thornhill Combined School | - | - | - | - |
| Woodridge College & Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Thornhill
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Algoa FM | - | MP3 |
Hotels in Thornhill
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Thornhill
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Thornhill
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Thornhill
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Thornhill
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Thornhill
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport | PLZ | Large Airport |
| Beulah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Darlington Dam Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Humansdorp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paradise Beach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Progress Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Seaview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| St Francis Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Uitenhage Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vlakteplaas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
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What is the population of Thornhill?
Thornhill has a population of 5,000 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,248.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Thornhill?
Thornhill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.