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Theunissen, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Theunissen is a mid-size city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 34,718. Elevation: 4,613 ft (1,406 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
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About Theunissen
Theunissen is a small town that has the only wine estate, the Theunissen Wine Farm, in the Free State province of South Africa. It is located about 95 kilometers northeast of Bloemfontein and about 45 kilometers south of Welkom on the R30 road. It was founded by Boer War Commandant Helgaardt Theunissen.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,718 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,613 ft (1,406 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.4110°, 26.7011° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.2 inches (564 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Theunissen
Theunissen is a mid-size city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 34,718. The city sits at an elevation of 4,613 feet (1,406 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Theunissen
Theunissen has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.6°C), the coldest is Jul (8.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 518 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,613 ft (1,406 m) |
| Area | 3,388.9 sq mi (8,777.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.4110°N, 26.7011°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in |
Theunissen has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 47°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (0.3").
Train Stations in Theunissen
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Theunissen
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Theunissen
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bram Fischer International Airport | BFN | Large Airport |
| Aldam Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Arbeitsgenot Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beatrix Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Braehead Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brandfort Moreson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bultfontein Airport | UTE | Small Airport |
| Harmony Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Carlo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Odendaalsrus Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valencia Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Welkom Airport | WEL | Small Airport |
| Wesselbronn Af Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Theunissen?
Theunissen has a population of 34,718 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 3,388.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Theunissen?
Theunissen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches.