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Verkeerdevlei, South Africa

Free State · South Africa

Verkeerdevlei is a small town in Free State, South Africa with a population of 2,557. Elevation: 4,849 ft (1,478 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,557 Population 1/sq mi density
4,849 ft Elevation 1,478 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Verkeerdevlei

Verkeerdevlei

Verkeerdevlei is a small town in the Free State province of South Africa.

People

Population2,557
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation4,849 ft (1,478 m)
Population2,557
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,849 ft (1,478 m)
Coordinates-28.8326°, 26.7777°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation23.0 inches (583 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Verkeerdevlei

Verkeerdevlei is a small town in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 2,557. The city sits at an elevation of 4,849 feet (1,478 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Verkeerdevlei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 294 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 23.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,849 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above South Africa avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,849 ft (1,478 m)
Area1,920.5 sq mi (4,974.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-28.8326°N, 26.7777°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.0"
40% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.62"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

177 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 30, 2024.

Apr 22, 1999 10 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa M5.7 99 km
Oct 30, 1994 6 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.6 89 km
Jun 6, 1992 5 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M5.3 90 km
Sep 26, 1990 4 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.0 91 km
Jul 13, 1998 14 km ENE of Welkom, South Africa M4.9 100 km
Mar 22, 2019 8 km WNW of Virginia, South Africa M4.9 85 km
Jul 29, 2000 13 km SSW of Allanridge, South Africa M4.9 108 km
Nov 14, 1990 7 km WSW of Virginia, South Africa M4.8 79 km
Feb 28, 2002 5 km E of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 95 km
Aug 1, 1997 15 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 101 km
Oct 11, 2003 7 km W of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 113 km
Dec 11, 1996 8 km SE of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 104 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km SW of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.8 105 km
Mar 1, 2015 8 km ESE of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 93 km
Dec 17, 1995 15 km W of Welkom, South Africa M4.7 99 km
May 19, 1995 7 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M4.7 88 km
Jun 15, 2022 6 km SSW of Kutloanong, South Africa M4.6 105 km
Nov 26, 2013 3 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.6 92 km
Aug 22, 1991 7 km NW of Virginia, South Africa M4.5 87 km
Jan 25, 2020 11 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.5 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in
March 67°F (20°C) 3.1 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (11°C) 0.7 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in
September 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
November 67°F (20°C) 2.9 in
December 71°F (21°C) 2.8 in

Verkeerdevlei has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 46°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Verkeerdevlei

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bram Fischer International AirportBFNLarge Airport
Aldam Airport-Small Airport
Arbeitsgenot Airport-Small Airport
Arizona Airport-Small Airport
Beatrix Airport-Small Airport
Brandfort Moreson Airport-Small Airport
Bultfontein AirportUTESmall Airport
Ladybrand Airfield-Small Airport
Mejametalana Air Base-Small Airport
Monte Carlo Airport-Small Airport
Thaba Nchu Tar AirportTCUSmall Airport
Valencia Private Airstrip-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,478 m (4,849 ft)
Postal Code
9401

🇿🇦 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 Verkeerdevlei

What is the population of Verkeerdevlei?

Verkeerdevlei has a population of 2,557 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,920.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Verkeerdevlei?

Verkeerdevlei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.0 inches.

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