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Kroonstad, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Kroonstad is a large city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 117,152. Elevation: 4,590 ft (1,399 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kroonstad
Kroonstad is a town on the N1 highway in Free State, South Africa. It is the fourth largest town in the Free State. It is the second-largest commercial and urban centre in the Northern Free State, and an important railway junction on the main line from Cape Town to Johannesburg.
People
Climate
| Population | 117,152 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,590 ft (1,399 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.6504°, 27.2349° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.7 inches (601 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kroonstad
Kroonstad is a large city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 117,152. The city sits at an elevation of 4,590 feet (1,399 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Kroonstad
Kroonstad has an average annual temperature of 17.4°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.2°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 556 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,590 ft (1,399 m) |
| Area | 5,332.1 sq mi (13,810.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.6504°N, 27.2349°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 49°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 in |
Kroonstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 49°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Kroonstad
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| DCS Training College | College | - | , |
Schools in Kroonstad
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Relebohile Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Kroonstad Landbou (CLOSED) | - | - | - | - |
| Trio High School | - | - | - | - |
| Flavius Mareka FET College Kroonstad Campus | - | - | - | - |
| MOQHAKA PRIMARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Phephetso Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maokeng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Boikemisetso Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dr Reginald Cingo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Motswela Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dorrington Matsepe Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Reaitumela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ntha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kroonstad High School | - | - | - | - |
| Phuleng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Seeisoville Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kananelo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Phomolong Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Moepeng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thakameso Comprehensive Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Johan Slabbert Spesiale Skool | - | - | - | - |
| Kroon Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bodibeng Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Voorwaards Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Afrikaans Hoer Skool | - | - | - | - |
| Kroonheuwel Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kroonstad
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Restaurants in Kroonstad
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kroonstad
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kroonstad
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kroonstad
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kroonstad
6 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kroonstad
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kroonstad
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kroonstad
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kroonstad
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kroonstad
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aldam Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Appleby Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Beatrix Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Braehead Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fraaiuitzicht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harmony Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hendrik Potgieter Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Koppies Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kroonstad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Odendaalsrus Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orkney Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Senekal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Von Abo's Villa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Welkom Airport | WEL | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kroonstad
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kroonpark |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kroonstad
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eden Christian Ministries | |
| Nederduitse Gereformeerde Kerk Kroonstad-Oos | |
| NG Kerk Kroonstad Moedergemeente |
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Quick Facts
Around Kroonstad
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in South Africa
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kroonstad
What is the population of Kroonstad?
Kroonstad has a population of 117,152 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 5,332.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kroonstad?
Kroonstad enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches.