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Sasolburg, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Sasolburg is a large city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 135,828. Elevation: 4,833 ft (1,473 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About Sasolburg
Sasolburg is a city in the Free State province of South Africa. The city is located in the northern part of the province and is the seat of the Metsimaholo Local Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 135,828 |
| Population Density | 203 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,833 ft (1,473 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.8136°, 27.8170° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.6 inches (523 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.1 inches (0 cm) |
About Sasolburg
Sasolburg is a large city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 135,828. The city sits at an elevation of 4,833 feet (1,473 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Sasolburg
Sasolburg has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.4°C), the coldest is Jul (9°C). Average annual precipitation is 540 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 349 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,833 ft (1,473 m) |
| Area | 668.0 sq mi (1,730.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 203/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.8136°N, 27.8170°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
Sasolburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 48°F in June to 70°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Sasolburg
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lumiére Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Fonteine Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| AJ Jacobs Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Technical High School Sasolburg | — | — | — | — |
| Vaalpark Articon Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sasolburg High School | — | — | — | — |
| Afrikaanse Hoërskool Sasolburg | — | — | — | — |
| North Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Leeuwspruit Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Fakkel School | — | — | — | — |
| Sasolburg High School Hostel | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Sasolburg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephenson Photo Museum | ||||
| Stephenson Photo Museum | ||||
| Vaal Teknorama |
Libraries in Sasolburg
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library - SE2 | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library - SE2 | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library - SE2 | 0.0 | |||||
| Stephenson Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Sasolburg
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sasolburg
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sasolburg
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sasolburg
11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sasolburg
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sasolburg
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sasolburg
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sasolburg
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| DP de Villiers Stadium | ||
| George Thabe Stadium |
Airports Near Sasolburg
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | Large Airport |
| Potchefstroom Airport | PCF | Medium Airport |
| Rand Airport | QRA | Medium Airport |
| Vereeniging Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baragwanath Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bierman Landgoed Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brakpan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carltonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dasville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dunnottar Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fraaiuitzicht Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Frankfort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heidelburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heilbron Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jim Fouche Resort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Klipriver Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Koppies Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Krugersdorp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leeukop Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Panorama Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Parys Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Petit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saffier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Springs Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Star Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sunset Shores Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tedderfield Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Vaal Dam Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vanderbijlpark Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sasolburg
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Lancet Labarotories Covid-19 Testing Site |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sasolburg
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Grace Fellowship Sasolburg | |
| Hervormde Kerk Vaalpark | |
| Nederuitse Gereformeede Kerk | |
| Volle Evangelie Kerk |
Quick Facts
Around Sasolburg
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇿🇦 About South Africa
Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sasolburg
What is the population of Sasolburg?
Sasolburg has a population of 135,828 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 203 people per square mile, spread across 668.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sasolburg?
Sasolburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches.