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Frankfort, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Frankfort is a mid-size city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 31,323. Elevation: 5,069 ft (1,545 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Frankfort
Frankfort is a small farming town situated on the banks of the Wilge River in the Free State province of South Africa. The town was laid out in 1869 on the farm Roodepoort, and named Frankfurt by Albert van Gordon. The town later received municipality status in 1896.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,323 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,069 ft (1,545 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.2789°, 28.4970° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.9 inches (734 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Frankfort
Frankfort is a mid-size city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 31,323. The city sits at an elevation of 5,069 feet (1,545 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Frankfort
Frankfort has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (21°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 685 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,069 ft (1,545 m) |
| Area | 1,440.0 sq mi (3,729.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.2789°N, 28.4970°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in |
Frankfort has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 45°F in June to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Frankfort
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoërskool Wilgerivier | - | - | - | - |
Gas Stations in Frankfort
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Frankfort
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vereeniging Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Alberta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bierman Landgoed Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dasville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Frankfort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grootbraai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Heilbron Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jim Fouche Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Leeukop Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lekoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Saffier Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sunset Shores Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vaal Dam Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vanderbijlpark Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villiers Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vrede Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Frankfort
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Frankfort | |
| NGK Frankfort |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Frankfort
What is the population of Frankfort?
Frankfort has a population of 31,323 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 1,440.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Frankfort?
Frankfort enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches.