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Paul Roux, South Africa

Free State · South Africa

Paul Roux is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 7,370. Elevation: 5,161 ft (1,573 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

7,370 Population 3/sq mi density
5,161 ft Elevation 1,573 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
27.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Paul Roux

Paul Roux

Paul Roux is a small town in the Free State province of South Africa. Basotho call the place "Fateng Tse Ntsho". It is situated on the N5 highway west of Bethlehem. It was named after a well-known Dutch Reformed Church leader and Boer general, Reverend Paul Hendrik Roux (1862–1911).

People

Population7,370
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation5,161 ft (1,573 m)
Population7,370
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation5,161 ft (1,573 m)
Coordinates-28.2975°, 27.9504°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation27.6 inches (700 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Paul Roux

Paul Roux is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 7,370. The city sits at an elevation of 5,161 feet (1,573 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 27.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Paul Roux 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 286 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 27.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,161 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above South Africa avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,161 ft (1,573 m)
Area2,199.9 sq mi (5,697.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-28.2975°N, 27.9504°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.6"
27% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

171 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 M5.7 135 km
Oct 30, 1994 6 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.6 123 km
Jun 6, 1992 5 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M5.3 121 km
Sep 26, 1990 4 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.0 124 km
Jul 29, 2000 13 km SSW of Allanridge, South Africa M4.9 140 km
Mar 22, 2019 8 km WNW of Virginia, South Africa M4.9 117 km
Jul 13, 1998 14 km ENE of Welkom, South Africa M4.9 113 km
Mar 1, 2015 8 km ESE of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 116 km
Aug 1, 1997 15 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 140 km
Feb 28, 2002 5 km E of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 119 km
Nov 14, 1990 7 km WSW of Virginia, South Africa M4.8 116 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km SW of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 130 km
Dec 11, 1996 8 km SE of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 121 km
Oct 11, 2003 7 km W of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 135 km
Dec 17, 1995 15 km W of Welkom, South Africa M4.7 140 km
May 19, 1995 7 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M4.7 120 km
Jun 15, 2022 6 km SSW of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.6 128 km
Nov 26, 2013 3 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.6 123 km
Jan 25, 2020 11 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.5 121 km
Mar 17, 1990 11 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.5 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in
March 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 0.8 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in
July 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.2 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in

Paul Roux has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 45°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Paul Roux

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Paul Roux Primary School
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Train Stations in Paul Roux

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kaallaagte

Gas Stations in Paul Roux

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZA #12583326603
ZA #655213272

Airports Near Paul Roux

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ficksburg Sentraoes AirportFCBMedium Airport
Alberta AirportSmall Airport
Arbeitsgenot AirportSmall Airport
Arizona AirportSmall Airport
Bethlehem AirportSmall Airport
Braehead AirportSmall Airport
Kroonstad AirportSmall Airport
Leribe AirportLRBSmall Airport
Monte Carlo AirportSmall Airport
Senekal AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Paul Roux

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
NG Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,573 m (5,161 ft)
Founded
1909
Postal Code
9800

🇿🇦 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 Paul Roux

What is the population of Paul Roux?

Paul Roux has a population of 7,370 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,199.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Paul Roux?

Paul Roux 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 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.

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