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Kestell, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Kestell is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 9,907. Elevation: 5,597 ft (1,706 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kestell
Kestell is a small maize farming town in the Free State province of South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,907 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,597 ft (1,706 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.3109°, 28.7036° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.3 inches (743 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kestell
Kestell is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 9,907. The city sits at an elevation of 5,597 feet (1,706 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,597 ft (1,706 m) |
| Area | 2,162.7 sq mi (5,601.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.3109°N, 28.7036°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 65°F (19°C) | 4.4 in |
Kestell has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 46°F in June to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Kestell
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retief High School | - | - | - | - |
| Lerutle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Retief Hoerskool | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kestell
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kestell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretation Centre |
Libraries in Kestell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kestell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Building | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kestell
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kestell
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kestell
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kestell
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kestell
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AfriSki | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kestell
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Harrismith Airport | HRS | Medium Airport |
| Aero Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Alberta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Amphitheatre Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bethlehem Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bingelela | - | Small Airport |
| Leribe Airport | LRB | Small Airport |
| Letseng Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Phuthadijhaba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sterkfontein Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kestell
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kestell Post Office |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kestell?
Kestell has a population of 9,907 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 2,162.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kestell?
Kestell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches.