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Odendaalsrus, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Odendaalsrus is a mid-size city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 76,371. Elevation: 4,393 ft (1,339 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Odendaalsrus
Odendaalsrus is the oldest gold mining town in the Lejweleputswa District Municipality in the goldfields of the Free State province in South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 76,371 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,393 ft (1,339 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.8739°, 26.6907° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.2 inches (564 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Odendaalsrus
Odendaalsrus is a mid-size city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 76,371. The city sits at an elevation of 4,393 feet (1,339 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Odendaalsrus
Odendaalsrus has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.9°C), the coldest is Jul (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 512 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,393 ft (1,339 m) |
| Area | 2,633.5 sq mi (6,820.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.8739°N, 26.6907°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in |
Odendaalsrus has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 50°F in June to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Odendaalsrus
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odensia Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Brandwag Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wessel Maree Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Odendaalsrus
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welkom city museum |
Libraries in Odendaalsrus
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riebeeckstad Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Welkom main city library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Odendaalsrus
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welkom Fresh Produce Market |
Gas Stations in Odendaalsrus
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Odendaalsrus
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Odendaalsrus
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aldam Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Anton Fourie Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Appleby Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Balkfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beatrix Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Braehead Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buisfontein Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bultfontein Airport | UTE | Small Airport |
| Fraaiuitzicht Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Harmony Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hendrik Potgieter Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kroonstad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Odendaalsrus Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Von Abo's Villa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Welkom Airport | WEL | Small Airport |
| Wesselbronn Af Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wolmeransstad Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Odendaalsrus
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Odendaalsrus?
Odendaalsrus has a population of 76,371 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 2,633.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Odendaalsrus?
Odendaalsrus enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches.