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Bethlehem, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Bethlehem is a mid-size city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 91,075. Elevation: 5,348 ft (1,630 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bethlehem
Bethlehem is a city in the West Bank, Palestine, located about ten kilometres south of Jerusalem, and the capital of the Bethlehem Governorate. It had a population of 28,591 people, as of 2017. The city's economy is strongly linked to tourism, especially during the Christmas period, when Christians embark on a pilgrimage to the Church of the Nativity, which is revered as the location of the birth of Jesus.
People
Climate
| Population | 91,075 |
| Population Density | 41 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,348 ft (1,630 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.2308°, 28.3071° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.9 inches (734 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bethlehem
Bethlehem is a mid-size city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 91,075. The city sits at an elevation of 5,348 feet (1,630 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Bethlehem
Bethlehem has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (20°C), the coldest is Jul (7.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 724 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,348 ft (1,630 m) |
| Area | 2,199.9 sq mi (5,697.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.2308°N, 28.3071°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in |
Bethlehem has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 44°F in June to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Bethlehem
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC Small Grains Institute - Bethlehem | College | - | , |
Schools in Bethlehem
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodikela Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Matswathaka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| LK Ntlabathi High School | - | - | - | - |
| Truida Kestell School | - | - | - | - |
| Ntsu Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Jordania Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hoërskool Witteberg | - | - | - | - |
| Maluti Hooglandskool | - | - | - | - |
| Thabang Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bethlehem
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Bethlehem
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem Museum Trust |
Hotels in Bethlehem
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bethlehem
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bethlehem
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bethlehem
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bethlehem
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bethlehem
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Bethlehem
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AfriSki | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bethlehem
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport | FCB | Medium Airport |
| Alberta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bethlehem Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Leribe Airport | LRB | Small Airport |
| Phuthadijhaba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Senekal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sterkfontein Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bethlehem
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethlehem Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bethlehem
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathedral | |
| Khotsong Catholic Church | |
| Monai Church Bethlehem | |
| Roman Catholic Cathedral Bethlehem | |
| San Kisito | |
| Tsualong Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
Around Bethlehem
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Bethlehem
1 places within 15 km
- • Wolhuterskop
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Bethlehem
What is the population of Bethlehem?
Bethlehem has a population of 91,075 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 2,199.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bethlehem?
Bethlehem enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches.