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Springfontein, South Africa

Free State · South Africa

Springfontein is a small town in Free State, South Africa with a population of 4,431. Elevation: 4,974 ft (1,516 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,431 Population 1/sq mi density
4,974 ft Elevation 1,516 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
17.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Springfontein

Springfontein

Springfontein is a small mixed farming town in the southern part of the Free State province of South Africa. It is located 150 km south-west of Bloemfontein.

People

Population4,431
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation4,974 ft (1,516 m)
Population4,431
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,974 ft (1,516 m)
Coordinates-30.2639°, 25.7040°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation17.3 inches (439 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Springfontein

Springfontein is a small town in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 4,431. The city sits at an elevation of 4,974 feet (1,516 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Springfontein enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 17.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,974 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above South Africa avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,974 ft (1,516 m)
Area6,504.9 sq mi (16,847.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-30.2639°N, 25.7040°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.3"
55% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 2.99"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jul 3, 1999 36 km S of Ritchie, South Africa M4.5 147 km
Sep 15, 2017 58 km S of Bloemfontein, South Africa M4.4 84 km
Apr 17, 1993 52 km W of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.9 109 km
Jun 10, 1993 11 km WNW of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.7 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 2.3 in Warmest
February 69°F (21°C) 3.0 in Wettest
March 66°F (19°C) 2.9 in
April 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
May 51°F (10°C) 0.8 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 49°F (9°C) 0.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 0.8 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
December 69°F (21°C) 1.8 in

Springfontein has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 43°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 17.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.0") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Springfontein

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Springfontein Primary School - - - -
Springfontein Secondary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Springfontein

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Vilakku - MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Springfontein

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Springfontein Library0.0
Trompsburg Library0.0

Hotels in Springfontein

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kuilfontein Guestfarm

Train Stations in Springfontein

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elstow
Priors
Providence
Springfontein

Gas Stations in Springfontein

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Truck Stop

Stadiums & Teams in Springfontein

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Airports Near Springfontein

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adamsfontein Airport-Small Airport
Burghersdorp Airport-Small Airport
Colesberg Airport-Small Airport
Corbetts Hope Airport-Small Airport
Edenburg Airport-Small Airport
Gariep Dam Airport-Small Airport
Jagersfontain Airport-Small Airport
Orange River Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Philippolis Airport-Small Airport
Tzamenkomst Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Springfontein

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Springfontein Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Springfontein

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
NG Kerk - Springfontein

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,515 m (4,971 ft)
Founded
1904
Postal Code
9917

🇿🇦 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 Springfontein

What is the population of Springfontein?

Springfontein has a population of 4,431 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 6,504.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Springfontein?

Springfontein enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.3 inches.

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