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Cornelia, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Cornelia is a small town in Free State, South Africa with a population of 3,551. Elevation: 5,174 ft (1,577 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
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About Cornelia
Cornelia is a town on the R103 road in the Free State province of South Africa. J.D. Odendaal bought the farm "Sugarloaf" for a sum of R2,000. They settled there in 1876. At that time it was in the Harrismith district. There were no boundary fences and wild dogs, warthogs and wildebeest were plentiful in the open grassveld.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,551 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,174 ft (1,577 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.2323°, 28.8523° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.1 inches (687 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cornelia
Cornelia is a small town in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 3,551. The city sits at an elevation of 5,174 feet (1,577 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,174 ft (1,577 m) |
| Area | 1,440.0 sq mi (3,729.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.2323°N, 28.8523°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in |
Cornelia has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 45°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.3").
Train Stations in Cornelia
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cornelia
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Secunda Airport | ZEC | Medium Airport |
| Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bierman Landgoed Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dasville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Evander Landing Strip Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Frankfort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grootbraai Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heidelburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jim Fouche Resort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lekoa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pietersrus Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sunset Shores Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tutuka Power Station Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vaal Dam Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Villiers Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vrede Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cornelia
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Kerk - Cornelia |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Cornelia?
Cornelia has a population of 3,551 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,440.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cornelia?
Cornelia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches.