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Reitz, South Africa

Free State · South Africa

Reitz is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 24,181. Elevation: 5,390 ft (1,643 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

24,181 Population 10/sq mi density
5,390 ft Elevation 1,643 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
28.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Reitz

Reitz is a small maize, wheat and cattle farming town located in the east of the Free State province of South Africa.

People

Population24,181
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation5,390 ft (1,643 m)
Population24,181
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation5,390 ft (1,643 m)
Coordinates-27.8014°, 28.4273°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation28.4 inches (721 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Reitz

Reitz is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 24,181. The city sits at an elevation of 5,390 feet (1,643 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Reitz

Reitz 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
Reitz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 284 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 28.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,390 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above South Africa avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,390 ft (1,643 m)
Area2,343.4 sq mi (6,069.3 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-27.8014°N, 28.4273°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.4"
25% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.5 on Sep 9, 2023.

Jan 26, 2000 18 km W of Vredefort, South Africa M4.7 149 km
Mar 30, 2002 2 km ESE of Vredefort, South Africa M4.4 135 km
Mar 20, 2015 25 km ESE of Ventersburg, South Africa M4.2 108 km
Jul 24, 2001 12 km S of Hennenman, South Africa M4.2 143 km
Jan 24, 2001 9 km SE of Vredefort, South Africa M3.7 128 km
Feb 21, 1996 12 km ESE of Virginia, South Africa M3.6 147 km
Nov 11, 1992 South Africa M3.6 141 km
Sep 9, 2023 10 km ENE of Koppies, South Africa M3.5 101 km
Aug 5, 1994 10 km WSW of Hennenman, South Africa M2.8 149 km
Nov 11, 1994 11 km NNE of Virginia, South Africa M2.7 150 km
Jan 10, 1996 10 km NE of Virginia, South Africa M2.6 149 km
Jan 23, 1994 10 km NE of Virginia, South Africa M2.6 150 km
Aug 12, 1994 7 km ENE of Virginia, South Africa M2.5 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 67°F (20°C) 3.7 in
March 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
April 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
May 51°F (10°C) 0.9 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
July 44°F (7°C) 0.4 in
August 50°F (10°C) 0.6 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
October 62°F (16°C) 3.2 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
December 67°F (19°C) 4.3 in

Reitz has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 44°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Reitz

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Leifo Iziko Secondary School - - - -
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Cafes in Reitz

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chocolat Coffee

Train Stations in Reitz

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Daniëlsrus
Haaks
Reitz

Gas Stations in Reitz

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Astron Energy
VKB Fuels - Petrol Station

Golf Courses in Reitz

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Reitz Golf Club

Airports Near Reitz

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Harrismith AirportHRSMedium Airport
Aero Farm Airport-Small Airport
Alberta Airport-Small Airport
Bethlehem Airport-Small Airport
Frankfort Airport-Small Airport
Heilbron Airport-Small Airport
Phuthadijhaba Airport-Small Airport
Sterkfontein Airport-Small Airport
Vrede Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,630 m (5,348 ft)
Founded
1890
Postal Code
9810

🇿🇦 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 Reitz

What is the population of Reitz?

Reitz has a population of 24,181 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 2,343.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Reitz?

Reitz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches.

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