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Ikgomotseng, South Africa

Free State · South Africa

Ikgomotseng is a small town in Free State, South Africa with a population of 3,897. Elevation: 4,134 ft (1,260 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,897 Population 1/sq mi density
4,134 ft Elevation 1,260 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
20.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Ikgomotseng

Soutpan is a town in Lejweleputswa District Municipality in the Free State province of South Africa.

People

Population3,897
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain20.1 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation4,134 ft (1,260 m)
Population3,897
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,134 ft (1,260 m)
Coordinates-28.7348°, 26.1079°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation20.1 inches (511 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ikgomotseng

Ikgomotseng is a small town in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 3,897. The city sits at an elevation of 4,134 feet (1,260 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Ikgomotseng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 300 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 20.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,134 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above South Africa avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,134 ft (1,260 m)
Area4,059.7 sq mi (10,514.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-28.7348°N, 26.1079°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.1"
47% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.15"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

173 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 30, 2024.

Apr 22, 1999 10 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa M5.7 101 km
Oct 30, 1994 6 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.6 100 km
Jun 6, 1992 5 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M5.3 102 km
Sep 26, 1990 4 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.0 101 km
Jul 13, 1998 14 km ENE of Welkom, South Africa M4.9 116 km
Mar 22, 2019 8 km WNW of Virginia, South Africa M4.9 100 km
Jul 29, 2000 13 km SSW of Allanridge, South Africa M4.9 108 km
Oct 11, 2003 7 km W of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 116 km
Dec 11, 1996 8 km SE of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 116 km
Aug 1, 1997 15 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 100 km
Feb 28, 2002 5 km E of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 107 km
Nov 14, 1990 7 km WSW of Virginia, South Africa M4.8 95 km
Mar 1, 2015 8 km ESE of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 108 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km SW of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 110 km
May 19, 1995 7 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M4.7 100 km
Dec 17, 1995 15 km W of Welkom, South Africa M4.7 98 km
Nov 26, 2013 3 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.6 102 km
Jun 15, 2022 6 km SSW of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.6 112 km
Jan 25, 2020 11 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.5 95 km
Oct 5, 2011 4 km NW of Welkom, South Africa M4.5 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in
March 69°F (20°C) 3.1 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 0.7 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in
September 60°F (15°C) 0.8 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
November 69°F (21°C) 2.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in

Ikgomotseng has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 45°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and June the driest (0.3").

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Hotels in Ikgomotseng

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Florisbad Holiday Resort

Restaurants in Ikgomotseng

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Truksvy B&B and Koffie Sjop

Airports Near Ikgomotseng

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bram Fischer International AirportBFNLarge Airport
Beatrix Airport-Small Airport
Brandfort Moreson Airport-Small Airport
Bultfontein AirportUTESmall Airport
Thaba Nchu Tar AirportTCUSmall Airport
Valencia Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Welkom AirportWELSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Postal Code
9356

🇿🇦 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 Ikgomotseng

What is the population of Ikgomotseng?

Ikgomotseng has a population of 3,897 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,059.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ikgomotseng?

Ikgomotseng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.1 inches.

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