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Hobhouse, South Africa

Free State · South Africa

Hobhouse is a small town in Free State, South Africa with a population of 4,768. Elevation: 4,852 ft (1,479 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

4,768 Population 981/sq mi density
4,852 ft Elevation 1,479 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
25.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Hobhouse

Hobhouse

Hobhouse is a small farming and homesteading town in the Free State province of South Africa. Maize, wheat, and livestock are produced here.

People

Population4,768
Density981/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation4,852 ft (1,479 m)
Population4,768
Population Density981 / sq mi
Elevation4,852 ft (1,479 m)
Coordinates-29.5272°, 27.1447°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (645 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Hobhouse

Hobhouse is a small town in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 4,768. The city sits at an elevation of 4,852 feet (1,479 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Hobhouse enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,852 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above South Africa avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,852 ft (1,479 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²)
Population Density981/sq mi
Coordinates-29.5272°N, 27.1447°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.4"
33% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Sep 15, 2017.

Sep 15, 2017 58 km S of Bloemfontein, South Africa M4.4 92 km
Jan 27, 2002 43 km SE of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 96 km
Jan 27, 2002 25 km S of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 71 km
Sep 5, 2016 4 km SSW of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 60 km
Jul 31, 1993 5 km S of Nako, Lesotho M3.8 62 km
Feb 8, 1995 35 km NE of Mohale’s Hoek, Lesotho M3.7 78 km
Apr 17, 1993 52 km W of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.9 53 km
Jun 10, 1993 11 km WNW of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.7 29 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in Warmest
February 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in Wettest
March 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.5 in Coldest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
November 66°F (19°C) 2.7 in
December 69°F (21°C) 3.0 in

Hobhouse has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 45°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Hobhouse

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Monuments in Hobhouse

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Die Eeufeesjaar 1938

Clinics in Hobhouse

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hobhouse Clinic

Gas Stations in Hobhouse

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZA #11767522433

Airports Near Hobhouse

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moshoeshoe I International AirportMSULarge Airport
Ladybrand AirfieldSmall Airport
Mafeteng AirportMFCSmall Airport
Mejametalana Air BaseSmall Airport
Mohale's Hoek AirportSmall Airport
Monte Carlo AirportSmall Airport
Nohanas AirportSmall Airport
Thaba Nchu Tar AirportTCUSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hobhouse

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hobhouse Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hobhouse

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
NG Kerk - Hobhouse

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,479 m (4,853 ft)
Area
12.6 km² (4.9 mi²)
Founded
1912
Postal Code
9740

🇿🇦 About South Africa

Capital Pretoria
Population 57,779,622
Area 1,219,912 km²
GDP (USD) $381,440,724,491
GDP per capita $6,034
HDI 0.717
Life expectancy 66.1 years
Internet users 75.7%
Urban population 63.6%
Currency ZAR (Rand)
Languages Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Vend...
Calling code +27
TLD .za
Driving side left

Public Holidays in South Africa

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 21 Human Rights Day Human Rights Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Family Day Family Day
Apr 27 Freedom Day Freedom Day
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
Jun 16 Youth Day Youth Day
Aug 10 National Women's Day National Women's Day
Sep 24 Heritage Day Heritage Day
Dec 16 Day of Reconciliation Day of Reconciliation
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Day of Goodwill St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hobhouse

What is the population of Hobhouse?

Hobhouse has a population of 4,768 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 981 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hobhouse?

Hobhouse enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.

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