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Boshof, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Boshof is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 10,194. Elevation: 4,114 ft (1,254 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Boshof
Boshof is a small rural farming town located in the western part of the Free State province, South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,194 |
| Population Density | 288 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,114 ft (1,254 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.5391°, 25.2397° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.5 inches (469 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Boshof
Boshof is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 10,194. The city sits at an elevation of 4,114 feet (1,254 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Boshof
Boshof has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.2°C), the coldest is Jul (9.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 462 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,114 ft (1,254 m) |
| Area | 35.4 sq mi (91.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 288/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.5391°N, 25.2397°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 2.2 in |
Boshof has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 48°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.0") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Boshof
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aramela Combined School | - | - | - | - |
| Boshof High | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Boshof
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Gospel Radio | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Hotels in Boshof
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Boshof
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Boshof
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kimberley Airport | KIM | Large Airport |
| Barkly West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bartsrus Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Beefmaster Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Belle Rive Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boscobel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Christiana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Eagle Flight Academy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Farm Grootfontein Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Farm Romance Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ganspan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Holpan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hoopstad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jacobsdal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| John Weston Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Modderrivier Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Boshof
What is the population of Boshof?
Boshof has a population of 10,194 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 288 people per square mile, spread across 35.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Boshof?
Boshof enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches.