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Hoopstad, South Africa

Free State · South Africa

Hoopstad is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 19,209. Elevation: 4,111 ft (1,253 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

19,209 Population 6/sq mi density
4,111 ft Elevation 1,253 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Hoopstad

Hoopstad

Hoopstad is a town situated at the intersection of the R34, R59 & R700 in the Free State Province. This area is considered to be the richest maize-producing district in South Africa. The town is located near the Bloemhof Dam which is situated on the Vaal River. The Sandveld Nature Reserve is positioned alongside the Bloemhof Dam. Hopetown and Hoopstad are two different towns and are often confused.

People

Population19,209
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation4,111 ft (1,253 m)
Population19,209
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,111 ft (1,253 m)
Coordinates-27.8327°, 25.9083°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Hoopstad

Hoopstad is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 19,209. The city sits at an elevation of 4,111 feet (1,253 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Hoopstad

Hoopstad has an average annual temperature of 18.6°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.2°C), the coldest is Jul (9.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 511 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.2°C / 77°F 13.1° / 36.3° 97.7
Feb 24.1°C / 75°F 12.9° / 35.3° 75.1
Mar 22.5°C / 73°F 10.7° / 33.9° 42.9
Apr 17.9°C / 64°F 5° / 29.8° 71.0
May 14.4°C / 58°F 1.4° / 26.8° 15.4
Jun 10°C / 50°F -1.6° / 23.6° 11.1
Jul 9.4°C / 49°F -3.7° / 23.5° 1.8
Aug 12.6°C / 55°F -2° / 27.6° 5.5
Sep 17.5°C / 64°F 1.7° / 33° 9.1
Oct 21.3°C / 70°F 5.2° / 36.4° 27.1
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 8.2° / 37.2° 73.6
Dec 24.5°C / 76°F 11.6° / 37.3° 80.9
Hoopstad enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 299 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 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,111 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above South Africa avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,111 ft (1,253 m)
Area3,212.6 sq mi (8,320.5 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-27.8327°N, 25.9083°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.35"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

558 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.8 on Jul 10, 2025.

Apr 22, 1999 10 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa M5.7 73 km
Oct 30, 1994 6 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.6 85 km
Aug 5, 2014 3 km ESE of Orkney, South Africa M5.4 122 km
Jun 6, 1992 5 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M5.3 86 km
Apr 3, 2017 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.2 135 km
Feb 10, 1997 5 km SSE of Orkney, South Africa M5.2 119 km
Nov 3, 1991 5 km SE of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.1 130 km
Mar 16, 2009 8 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 129 km
Sep 26, 1990 4 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.0 83 km
Mar 9, 2005 7 km SSE of Stilfontein, South Africa M5.0 134 km
May 27, 2002 4 km ENE of Orkney, South Africa M5.0 125 km
Jul 21, 1997 4 km W of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 129 km
Dec 1, 1991 2 km S of Klerksdorp, South Africa M5.0 130 km
Jul 29, 2000 13 km SSW of Allanridge, South Africa M4.9 69 km
Mar 22, 2019 8 km WNW of Virginia, South Africa M4.9 90 km
Nov 25, 1995 South Africa M4.9 129 km
Jul 31, 2001 8 km SW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 123 km
Dec 11, 1997 7 km SSW of Klerksdorp, South Africa M4.9 125 km
Jul 13, 1998 14 km ENE of Welkom, South Africa M4.9 95 km
Jun 15, 2014 8 km E of Orkney, South Africa M4.9 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
February 73°F (23°C) 3.1 in
March 69°F (21°C) 3.0 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.3 in
July 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
October 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
December 73°F (23°C) 2.5 in

Hoopstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 47°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (0.2").

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Veterinaries in Hoopstad

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZA #1680666681

Gas Stations in Hoopstad

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Engen
Shell

Banks in Hoopstad

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ABSA
FNB

Airports Near Hoopstad

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Almar Exclusive Game Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Anton Fourie Farm Airport-Small Airport
Balkfontein Airport-Small Airport
Bartsrus Airport-Small Airport
Beefmaster Airfield-Small Airport
Bloemhof Airport-Small Airport
Boscobel Airfield-Small Airport
Buisfontein Airfield-Small Airport
Bultfontein AirportUTESmall Airport
Christiana Airport-Small Airport
Hendrik Potgieter Airport-Small Airport
Hoopstad Airport-Small Airport
Louwilla Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Schweizer Reneke Airport-Small Airport
Wesselbronn Af Airport-Small Airport
Wolmeransstad Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hoopstad

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
NGK Hoopstad

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,253 m (4,111 ft)
Founded
1873
Postal Code
9479

🇿🇦 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 Hoopstad

What is the population of Hoopstad?

Hoopstad has a population of 19,209 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 3,212.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hoopstad?

Hoopstad enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.

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