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Lindley, South Africa

Free State · South Africa

Lindley is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 14,377. Elevation: 4,984 ft (1,519 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

14,377 Population 1,619/sq mi density
4,984 ft Elevation 1,519 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
27.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Lindley

Lindley is a small town situated on the banks of the Vals River in the eastern region of the Free State province of South Africa. It was named after an American missionary, Daniel Lindley, who was the first ordained minister to the Voortrekkers in Natal. Basotho call it Ntha, after the river.

People

Population14,377
Density1,619/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation4,984 ft (1,519 m)
Population14,377
Population Density1,619 / sq mi
Elevation4,984 ft (1,519 m)
Coordinates-27.8791°, 27.9135°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation27.0 inches (685 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lindley

Lindley is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 14,377. The city sits at an elevation of 4,984 feet (1,519 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Lindley

Lindley has an average annual temperature of 16°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.7°C), the coldest is Jul (7.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 507 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.7°C / 71°F 9.9° / 34° 55.7
Feb 21.2°C / 70°F 10.3° / 33.1° 61.6
Mar 19.6°C / 67°F 9.7° / 31.7° 43.9
Apr 15.3°C / 60°F 4° / 27.4° 50.8
May 12°C / 54°F 0.3° / 24.6° 19.3
Jun 8.1°C / 47°F -2.7° / 22° 7.7
Jul 7.5°C / 46°F -5.2° / 21.9° 6.6
Aug 11°C / 52°F -2.6° / 25.4° 7.7
Sep 15.7°C / 60°F 1.2° / 31.1° 13.6
Oct 18.6°C / 65°F 3.7° / 34.1° 44.1
Nov 19.8°C / 68°F 7.2° / 34.2° 94.4
Dec 20.8°C / 69°F 8.8° / 33.8° 102.0
Lindley enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 27.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,984 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above South Africa avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,984 ft (1,519 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (23.0 km²)
Population Density1,619/sq mi
Coordinates-27.8791°N, 27.9135°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.0"
29% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.49"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

207 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.4 on May 15, 2024.

Apr 22, 1999 10 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa M5.7 126 km
Oct 30, 1994 6 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.6 117 km
Jun 6, 1992 5 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M5.3 115 km
Sep 26, 1990 4 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.0 118 km
Jul 29, 2000 13 km SSW of Allanridge, South Africa M4.9 128 km
Mar 22, 2019 8 km WNW of Virginia, South Africa M4.9 113 km
Jul 13, 1998 14 km ENE of Welkom, South Africa M4.9 103 km
Mar 1, 2015 8 km ESE of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 108 km
Aug 1, 1997 15 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 131 km
Jul 17, 2022 14 km E of Orkney, South Africa M4.8 147 km
Feb 28, 2002 5 km E of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 111 km
Nov 14, 1990 7 km WSW of Virginia, South Africa M4.8 114 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km SW of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 119 km
Dec 11, 1996 8 km SE of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 109 km
Oct 11, 2003 7 km W of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 122 km
Dec 25, 1996 12 km E of Orkney, South Africa M4.7 149 km
Aug 30, 2014 12 km SE of Stilfontein, South Africa M4.7 149 km
Dec 17, 1995 15 km W of Welkom, South Africa M4.7 132 km
Jan 26, 2000 18 km W of Vredefort, South Africa M4.7 118 km
May 19, 1995 7 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M4.7 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
February 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
March 65°F (19°C) 3.4 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 51°F (10°C) 0.7 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in

Lindley has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 45°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Lindley

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Phukalla Secondary School - - - -
Thuto Tsebo Primary School - - - -
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Train Stations in Lindley

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Lindley

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alberta Airport-Small Airport
Arizona Airport-Small Airport
Bethlehem Airport-Small Airport
Braehead Airport-Small Airport
Fraaiuitzicht Airport-Small Airport
Frankfort Airport-Small Airport
Heilbron Airport-Small Airport
Koppies Airport-Small Airport
Kroonstad Airport-Small Airport
Senekal Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lindley

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
NG Kerk - Lindley

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,519 m (4,984 ft)
Area
23.0 km² (8.9 mi²)
Founded
1875
Postal Code
9630
Website
lindley.co.za/

🇿🇦 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 Lindley

What is the population of Lindley?

Lindley has a population of 14,377 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1,619 people per square mile, spread across 8.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lindley?

Lindley enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.0 inches.

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