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Willowvale, South Africa

Eastern Cape · South Africa

Willowvale is a small town in Eastern Cape, South Africa with a population of 3,021. Elevation: 1,926 ft (587 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,021 Population 2/sq mi density
1,926 ft Elevation 587 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Willowvale

Willowvale is a town in Amathole District Municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, 32 km southeast of Idutywa. It was established as a military post in 1879 and so named because of its situation on a stream with willow trees on its banks.

People

Population3,021
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation1,926 ft (587 m)
Population3,021
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,926 ft (587 m)
Coordinates-32.2659°, 28.5073°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceEastern Cape
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation35.5 inches (902 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Willowvale

Willowvale is a small town in South Africa (Eastern Cape) with a population of 3,021. The city sits at an elevation of 1,926 feet (587 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Willowvale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 35.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,926 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above South Africa avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,926 ft (587 m)
Area1,875.0 sq mi (4,856.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-32.2659°N, 28.5073°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"
7% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.25"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.91"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
February 71°F (21°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
March 69°F (21°C) 4.2 in
April 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
June 60°F (15°C) 0.9 in Driest
July 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in Coldest
August 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 4.0 in
November 66°F (19°C) 4.2 in
December 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in

Willowvale has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 59°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.3") and June the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Willowvale

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nyokana Primary School - - - -
Ntlabane Junior Secondary School - - - -
Nozizwe Primary School - - - -
Jongintaba Junior Secondary School - - - -
Lubomvini Junior Secondary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Willowvale

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Cafes in Willowvale

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Corner Cash

Gas Stations in Willowvale

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZA #3407957703

Airports Near Willowvale

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
K. D. Matanzima AirportUTTMedium Airport
Brown's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Haga Haga Airfield-Small Airport
Idutywa Airport-Small Airport
Keimouth Airport-Small Airport
Kobb Inn Airport-Small Airport
Koffee Bay Airport-Small Airport
Komga Airport-Small Airport
Kwelega Road Airstrip-Small Airport
Mazeppa Bay Airport-Small Airport
Mtwentwe Farm Airfield-Small Airport
The Haven Airstrip-Small Airport
Trennery's Airport-Small Airport
Wavecrest Airport-Small Airport
Whats Landing Airport-Small Airport
Wings Park Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Willowvale

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Willowvale Post Office

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg

🇿🇦 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 Willowvale

What is the population of Willowvale?

Willowvale has a population of 3,021 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,875.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Willowvale?

Willowvale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches.

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