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Villiers, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Villiers is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 20,745. Elevation: 4,977 ft (1,517 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Villiers
Villiers is a small town situated on the banks of the Vaal River next to the N3 highway in the Free State province of South Africa, on the border with Mpumalanga province. It is part of the Mafube Local Municipality. It was founded in 1882 on the two farms Pearson Valley and Grootdraai owned by Lourens de Villiers.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,745 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,977 ft (1,517 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.0303°, 28.6006° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.6 inches (702 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Villiers
Villiers is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 20,745. The city sits at an elevation of 4,977 feet (1,517 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Villiers
Villiers has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 612 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.7°F |
| 11% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,977 ft (1,517 m) |
| Area | 1,440.0 sq mi (3,729.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.0303°N, 28.6006°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 4.0 in |
Villiers has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 46°F in June to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Villiers
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villiers Hoer Skool | - | - | - | - |
| Retshedisitswe Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Villiers
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Villiers
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Villiers
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Villiers
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Villiers
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Villiers
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Secunda Airport | ZEC | Medium Airport |
| Vereeniging Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bierman Landgoed Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dasville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Devon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnottar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Evander Landing Strip Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Frankfort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grootbraai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Heidelburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Heilbron Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jim Fouche Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Klipriver Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leeukop Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lekoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Panorama Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pietersrus Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sunset Shores Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tedderfield Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Tutuka Power Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vaal Dam Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Villiers Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vrede Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Villiers
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Kerk |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Villiers?
Villiers has a population of 20,745 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 1,440.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Villiers?
Villiers enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.