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Vryheid, South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal · South Africa
Vryheid is a large city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 150,012. Elevation: 3,839 ft (1,170 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vryheid
Vryheid is a coal mining and cattle ranching town in northern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Vryheid is the Afrikaans word for "freedom", while its original name of Abaqulusi reflects the abaQulusi clan based in the local area.
People
Climate
| Population | 150,012 |
| Population Density | 81 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,839 ft (1,170 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.7695°, 30.7917° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.6 inches (878 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vryheid
Vryheid is a large city in South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal) with a population of 150,012. The city sits at an elevation of 3,839 feet (1,170 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Vryheid
Vryheid has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 886 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,839 ft (1,170 m) |
| Area | 1,856.0 sq mi (4,807.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.7695°N, 30.7917°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 5.8 in | |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
Vryheid has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 52°F in June to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Vryheid
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mthashane College | College | - | , |
Schools in Vryheid
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuwe Republiek Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hoër Landbouskool Vryheid | - | - | - | - |
| Lucas Meyer Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nardini Convent School | - | - | - | - |
| Inkamana High School | - | - | - | - |
| Michaelis Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lukas Meyer Sport Field | - | - | - | - |
| Vryheid High School | - | - | - | - |
| Pionier High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bhekuzulu Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Amakhwatha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Vryheid Comprehensive Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Besterspruit Senior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bernica Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Vryheid Landbou School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Vryheid
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Vryheid
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas Meyer House | ||||
| Vryheid Museum |
Libraries in Vryheid
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhekhuzulu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Emondlo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Vryheid Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Vryheid
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vryheid
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vryheid
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Vryheid
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Vryheid
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vryheid
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vryheid
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Vryheid
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Vryheid
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport | ULD | Medium Airport |
| Battlefields Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dundee Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Itala Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nhlangano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Utrecht Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vryheid Airport | VYD | Small Airport |
| Wakkerstroom Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Vryheid
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PostNet |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vryheid
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AGS Tabernakel | |
| Assembly of GOD | |
| Gereformeerde Kerk - Vryheid | |
| Michaelis Congregation Vryheid | |
| Nederduits Hervormde Kerk | |
| NG Kerk - SuidOos | |
| NG Kerk - Vryheid | |
| NG Kerk - Wes | |
| NG Kerk Vryheid-Wes | |
| PPK |
Quick Facts
Around Vryheid
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Vryheid
8 places within 15 km
- • Besterskop
- • eNdomuka
- • eSikhuma
- • Zungwini
- • ABW - North Gun Point
- • ABW - South Gun Point
- • ABW - Signal Hill
- • Pulpit Rock
🇿🇦 About South Africa
Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Vryheid
What is the population of Vryheid?
Vryheid has a population of 150,012 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 1,856.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vryheid?
Vryheid enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.6 inches.