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Senekal, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Senekal is a mid-size city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 39,584. Elevation: 4,695 ft (1,431 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Senekal
Senekal is a town situated on the banks of the Sand River in the eastern part of the Free State province of South Africa. It was named after Commandant FP Senekal, who led the encroachment of Basotho lands with the Boers under the Orange Free State government. Senekal died in 1865 during a skirmish whichthetho called Senekal's War.
People
Climate
| Population | 39,584 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,695 ft (1,431 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.3197°, 27.6208° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.3 inches (643 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Senekal
Senekal is a mid-size city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 39,584. The city sits at an elevation of 4,695 feet (1,431 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Senekal
Senekal has an average annual temperature of 16.4°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.4°C), the coldest is Jul (7.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 529 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,695 ft (1,431 m) |
| Area | 3,142.7 sq mi (8,139.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.3197°N, 27.6208°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 3.4 in |
Senekal has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 46°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (0.3").
Train Stations in Senekal
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Senekal
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Senekal
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport | FCB | Medium Airport |
| Aldam Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arbeitsgenot Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arizona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bethlehem Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Braehead Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kroonstad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Leribe Airport | LRB | Small Airport |
| Monte Carlo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Senekal Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Senekal
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Moederkerk Senekal (Klipkerk) |
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What is the population of Senekal?
Senekal has a population of 39,584 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 3,142.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Senekal?
Senekal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.3 inches.