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Heilbron, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Heilbron is a mid-size city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 32,836. Elevation: 5,049 ft (1,539 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Heilbron
Heilbron is a town in the Free State province of South Africa which services the cattle, dairy, sorghum, sunflower and maize industries. Raw stock beneficiation occurs in leisure foods, dairy products and stock feeds. It also serves as a dormitory town for the Gauteng metropolis.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,836 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,049 ft (1,539 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.2812°, 27.9709° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (669 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Heilbron
Heilbron is a mid-size city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 32,836. The city sits at an elevation of 5,049 feet (1,539 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Heilbron
Heilbron has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.1°C), the coldest is Jul (8.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 519 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,049 ft (1,539 m) |
| Area | 3,524.2 sq mi (9,127.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.2812°N, 27.9709°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in |
Heilbron has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 46°F in July to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Heilbron
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| boitumelong primary school | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Heilbron
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riemland Museum |
Restaurants in Heilbron
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Heilbron
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Heilbron
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Heilbron
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Heilbron
22 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 |
| Braehead Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dasville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fraaiuitzicht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Frankfort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grootbraai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Heilbron Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jim Fouche Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Koppies Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kroonstad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Leeukop Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lekoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Parys Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saffier Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Star Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sunset Shores Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vaal Dam Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vanderbijlpark Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villiers Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Heilbron
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Kerk - Heilbron | |
| NG Kerk - Heilbron |
Quick Facts
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12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Heilbron?
Heilbron has a population of 32,836 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 3,524.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Heilbron?
Heilbron enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.