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Steynsrus, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Steynsrus is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 10,910. Elevation: 5,039 ft (1,536 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Steynsrus
Steynsrus, also called Matlwangtlwang is a small farming town in the Free State province of South Africa that was founded in 1910 and named after the last president of the Orange Free State, Martinus Theunis Steyn. It is included under Moqhaka Local Municipality, the tier of municipal government in South Africa, and administered from Kroonstad.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,910 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,039 ft (1,536 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.9533°, 27.5639° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.4 inches (645 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Steynsrus
Steynsrus is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 10,910. The city sits at an elevation of 5,039 feet (1,536 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Steynsrus
Steynsrus has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.9°C), the coldest is Jul (8.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 506 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,039 ft (1,536 m) |
| Area | 5,332.1 sq mi (13,810.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.9533°N, 27.5639°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 3.5 in |
Steynsrus has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 47°F in July to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and June the driest (0.3").
Train Stations in Steynsrus
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Steynsrus
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aldam Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arizona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Braehead Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fraaiuitzicht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harmony Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Heilbron Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Koppies Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kroonstad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Senekal Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
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What is the population of Steynsrus?
Steynsrus has a population of 10,910 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 5,332.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Steynsrus?
Steynsrus enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.