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Excelsior, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Excelsior is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 7,594. Elevation: 4,833 ft (1,473 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Excelsior
Excelsior is a small farming town in the Free State province of South Africa. It was formed by farmers in 1910 who wanted a town which was closer to them than Winburg and Ladybrand.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,594 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,833 ft (1,473 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.9409°, 27.0607° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.7 inches (627 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Excelsior
Excelsior is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 7,594. The city sits at an elevation of 4,833 feet (1,473 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,833 ft (1,473 m) |
| Area | 1,920.5 sq mi (4,974.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.9409°N, 27.0607°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 3.1 in |
Excelsior has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 46°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near Excelsior
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Hotels in Excelsior
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Excelsior
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Excelsior
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moshoeshoe I International Airport | MSU | Large Airport |
| Aldam Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arbeitsgenot Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arizona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Beatrix Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brandfort Moreson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ladybrand Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mejametalana Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Monte Carlo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Senekal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Thaba Nchu Tar Airport | TCU | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Excelsior
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Excelsior Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Excelsior
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dutch Reformed Church - Excelsior | |
| Excelsior Methodist Church |
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What is the population of Excelsior?
Excelsior has a population of 7,594 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,920.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Excelsior?
Excelsior enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches.