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Tsolo, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Tsolo is a small city in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 6,860. Elevation: 3,009 ft (917 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,860 Population 5/sq mi density
3,009 ft Elevation 917 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
29.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Tsolo

Tsolo

Tsolo is a town in Mhlontlo Local Municipality in OR Tambo District of the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.

People

Population6,860
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation3,009 ft (917 m)
Population6,860
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation3,009 ft (917 m)
Coordinates-31.3078°, 28.7554°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation29.7 inches (755 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tsolo

Tsolo is a small city in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 6,860. The city sits at an elevation of 3,009 feet (917 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Tsolo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 29.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,009 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 53°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above South Africa avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,009 ft (917 m)
Area1,489.7 sq mi (3,858.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-31.3078°N, 28.7554°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.7"
22% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.45"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 18, 2016.

Aug 18, 2016 10 km W of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M4.5 134 km
Jan 27, 1994 52 km WSW of Kokstad, South Africa M3.4 61 km
Aug 21, 1990 27 km ESE of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M3.1 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in Warmest
February 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in Wettest
March 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
May 58°F (15°C) 0.9 in
June 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 53°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 0.8 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.6 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in
November 65°F (19°C) 3.5 in
December 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in

Tsolo has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 53°F in July to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Tsolo

Institution Type Founded Website
Tsolo Agricultural and Rural Development Institute College - ,

Schools in Tsolo

24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dilizintaba Senior Secondary School - - - -
Tsolo High School - - - -
Lower Goqwana Primary School - - - -
Hlangani Primary School - - - -
Tiki-Tiki Primary School - - - -
Labry Primary School - - - -
Qebeyi Primary School - - - -
Mbokotwana Primary School - - - -
Jongilizwe Secondary School - - - -
Mmangonkone Primary School - - - -
Masibambisane Senior Primary School - - - -
Daluhlanga Senior Secondary School - - - -
Xabane Primary School - - - -
Mcwakumbana Primary School - - - -
Somagunya Senior Secondary School - - - -
Zwelonke Primary School - - - -
Ntshiqo Junior Secondary School - - - -
Mandela Junior Secondary School - - - -
Bele-Zingcuka Technical Senior Secondary School - - - -
Lutuka Senior Secondary School - - - -
Tsolo Residency Junior Secondary School - - - -
DRC Primary School - - - -
Gcisa Senior Secondary School - - - -
Madwaleni Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Tsolo

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Clinics in Tsolo

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZA #12557959187
ZA #1364992126
ZA #1366372744

Gas Stations in Tsolo

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Engen
ZA #2282720286

Airports Near Tsolo

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
K. D. Matanzima AirportUTTMedium Airport
Glendower Farm-Small Airport
Koffee Bay Airport-Small Airport
Maclear Airport-Small Airport
Ugie Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Tsolo

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Tsolo

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
5170

🇿🇦 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 Tsolo

What is the population of Tsolo?

Tsolo has a population of 6,860 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,489.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tsolo?

Tsolo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.7 inches.

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