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Bethulie, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Bethulie is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 7,783. Elevation: 4,206 ft (1,282 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bethulie
Bethulie is a small sheep and cattle farming town in the Free State province of South Africa. The name meaning chosen by God was given by directors of a mission station in 1829 which the town formed around. The mission building is the oldest settler built building still standing in the Free State. The town was also home to one of the largest concentration camps run by the British during the Boer War. The Dutch Reformed Church was built in 1862.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,783 |
| Population Density | 545 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,206 ft (1,282 m) |
| Coordinates | -30.4986°, 25.9746° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.2 inches (437 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bethulie
Bethulie is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 7,783. The city sits at an elevation of 4,206 feet (1,282 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,206 ft (1,282 m) |
| Area | 14.3 sq mi (37.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 545/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -30.4986°N, 25.9746°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 1.8 in |
Bethulie has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 45°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Bethulie
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pellissier Combined High School | - | - | - | - |
| Pellissier Combined Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lephoi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wongalethu Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wongalethu Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pellissier High School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Bethulie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pelissier House Museum |
Libraries in Bethulie
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham Griesel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bethulie Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lephoi Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Bethulie
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bethulie
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bethulie
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bethulie
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bethulie
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bethulie
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bethulie
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bethulie
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bethulie
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adamsfontein Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Burghersdorp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Corbetts Hope Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Edenburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gariep Dam Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jagersfontain Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orange River Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Philippolis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tzamenkomst Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bethulie
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Afrikaanse Protestante Kerk | |
| Bethulie Family Fellowship | |
| Dutch Reformed Church | |
| Full Gospel Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Bethulie?
Bethulie has a population of 7,783 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 545 people per square mile, spread across 14.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bethulie?
Bethulie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.2 inches.