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Dewetsdorp, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Dewetsdorp is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 11,379. Elevation: 5,046 ft (1,538 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dewetsdorp
Dewetsdorp is a small town in the Free State province of South Africa, 68 km south-east of Bloemfontein. The town was set up, without approval of the Volksraad, by field-cornet Jacobus de Wet, father of the Second Anglo-Boer War general Christiaan de Wet. Eventually recognized officially, the town became a municipality and named De Wet in 1890. General Christiaan de Wet successfully attacked English forces stationed there in November 1900.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,379 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,046 ft (1,538 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.5827°, 26.6651° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.9 inches (581 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dewetsdorp
Dewetsdorp is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 11,379. The city sits at an elevation of 5,046 feet (1,538 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Dewetsdorp
Dewetsdorp has an average annual temperature of 15.6°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.1°C), the coldest is Jul (6.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 632 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 294 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,046 ft (1,538 m) |
| Area | 2,259.6 sq mi (5,852.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.5827°N, 26.6651°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 2.5 in |
Dewetsdorp has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 44°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Dewetsdorp
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jimmie Roos Boys' School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dewetsdorp
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Train Stations in Dewetsdorp
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dewetsdorp
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bram Fischer International Airport | BFN | Large Airport |
| Mafeteng Airport | MFC | Small Airport |
| Thaba Nchu Tar Airport | TCU | Small Airport |
| Valencia Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Dewetsdorp
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dewetsdorp Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dewetsdorp
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Kerk - Dewetsdorp |
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What is the population of Dewetsdorp?
Dewetsdorp has a population of 11,379 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 2,259.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dewetsdorp?
Dewetsdorp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.9 inches.