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Smithfield, South Africa

Free State · South Africa

Smithfield is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 5,725. Elevation: 4,596 ft (1,401 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

5,725 Population 1/sq mi density
4,596 ft Elevation 1,401 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
21.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Smithfield

Smithfield

Smithfield is a small town in the Free State province of South Africa. Founded in 1848 in the Orange River Sovereignty, the town is situated in a rural farming district and is the third oldest town in present-day Free State, after Philippolis and Winburg.

People

Population5,725
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain21.2 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation4,596 ft (1,401 m)
Population5,725
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,596 ft (1,401 m)
Coordinates-30.2137°, 26.5307°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation21.2 inches (539 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Smithfield

Smithfield is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 5,725. The city sits at an elevation of 4,596 feet (1,401 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Smithfield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 298 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 21.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,596 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above South Africa avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,596 ft (1,401 m)
Area3,841.5 sq mi (9,949.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-30.2137°N, 26.5307°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.2"
44% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 3.86"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Sep 15, 2017.

Sep 15, 2017 58 km S of Bloemfontein, South Africa M4.4 71 km
Jan 27, 2002 43 km SE of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 147 km
Jan 27, 2002 25 km S of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 126 km
Sep 5, 2016 4 km SSW of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 132 km
Jul 31, 1993 5 km S of Nako, Lesotho M3.8 134 km
Feb 8, 1995 35 km NE of Mohale’s Hoek, Lesotho M3.7 123 km
Apr 17, 1993 52 km W of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.9 48 km
Jun 10, 1993 11 km WNW of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.7 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 2.7 in Warmest
February 71°F (21°C) 3.9 in Wettest
March 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in
April 60°F (15°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.5 in Coldest
July 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 51°F (10°C) 0.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
November 67°F (19°C) 2.1 in
December 70°F (21°C) 2.3 in

Smithfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 46°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.4").

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Libraries in Smithfield

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
D. R. de Wet Library0.0

Restaurants in Smithfield

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buckley's
Poormans club

Gas Stations in Smithfield

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

OVK
ZA #257732825

Airports Near Smithfield

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aliwal North AirportSmall Airport
Braklaagte East AirportSmall Airport
Corbetts Hope AirportSmall Airport
Edenburg AirportSmall Airport
Lady Grey Golf Course AirstripSmall Airport
Mafeteng AirportMFCSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Smithfield

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
NG Kerk - Smithfield

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,401 m (4,597 ft)
Founded
1849
Postal Code
9966

🇿🇦 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 Smithfield

What is the population of Smithfield?

Smithfield has a population of 5,725 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,841.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Smithfield?

Smithfield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.2 inches.

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