Hogsback Maps, Weather & Geographical Information
Hogsback Map
Click here to see a map and satellite photo of the Hogsback village and mountains.
Hogsback Weather
The following links should give an indication of the current weather conditions of Hogsback and predictions. Due to the village's altitude, Hogsback may also be wetter and much colder than these reports may indicate.
Click here for a weather report of the closest weather station to Hogsback of current conditions and 2 day prediction provided by the South African Weather Service.
Click here for the Eastern Cape Midlands (West of the Kei River) regional weather report provided by the South African Weather Service.
Hogsback Climate
Warm to hot in Summer daytime with occasional thunderstorms with comfortable evenings.
Warm to very cold in Winter daytime, with cold to very cold evenings and nights.
Mostly clear sunny days year round but expect rain and misty conditions to arise on short notice.
Rainfall year round with snowfalls and ice in Winter due to altitude. However it has been known to snow outside the traditional Winter months.
Remember that Hogsback is in a mountainous area and conditions can change rapidly at any time of year.
Climate similar to England, United Kingdom.
Geographical Facts of Hogsback
The following coordinates may be used for finding Hogsback using a GPS system.
Latitude: -32.5833 (or 32° 34' 60S)
Longitude: 26.9500 (or 26° 56' 60E)
Hogsback Village Altitude: 1347 metres (or 4422 feet)
Hogsback is a mountainous area. The peak of Tor Doone rises to 1565m (or 5135 feet). The three peaks or ridges known as the Hogs with the highest summit being 1937m (or 6355 feet) are visible from all parts of the village and are picturesque. Hogsback village is named after these peaks. Gaikai's Kop, the tallest peak in the area is visible from many parts of Hogsback and rises to 1963m (or 6441 feet). There are numerous streams, magnificent waterfalls and springs.
Vegetation: Lush, indigenous forests and coniferous forestry.
Animal Life: Wide variety of birds. Monkeys, wild hogs, deer and other wildlife.