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Warden, South Africa

Free State · South Africa

Warden is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 13,152. Elevation: 5,341 ft (1,628 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

13,152 Population 4/sq mi density
5,341 ft Elevation 1,628 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
27.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone

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About Warden

A warden is a custodian, defender, or guardian. Warden is often used in the sense of a watchman or guardian, as in a prison warden. It can also refer to a chief or head official, as in the Warden of the Mint.

People

Population13,152
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation5,341 ft (1,628 m)
Population13,152
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,341 ft (1,628 m)
Coordinates-27.8545°, 28.9653°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (689 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Warden

Warden is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 13,152. The city sits at an elevation of 5,341 feet (1,628 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.

Climate in Warden

Warden has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.9°C), the coldest is Jul (7.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 593 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.9°C / 70°F 9.4° / 33.3° 77.9
Feb 20.4°C / 69°F 9.7° / 32.7° 75.0
Mar 19°C / 66°F 9.1° / 31.2° 51.7
Apr 14.9°C / 59°F 4° / 27.3° 53.2
May 11.8°C / 53°F -0.1° / 24.5° 14.7
Jun 7.9°C / 46°F -3.1° / 21.9° 8.6
Jul 7.3°C / 45°F -4.8° / 21.8° 7.5
Aug 10.7°C / 51°F -2.5° / 25° 13.2
Sep 15.2°C / 59°F 0.7° / 30.6° 20.1
Oct 17.9°C / 64°F 3.1° / 33.7° 57.1
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 6.4° / 33.5° 94.6
Dec 20.1°C / 68°F 8.3° / 33.2° 119.5
Warden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 27.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,341 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above South Africa avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,341 ft (1,628 m)
Area3,716.5 sq mi (9,625.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-27.8545°N, 28.9653°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.1"
29% below South Africa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.37"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.5 on Sep 9, 2023.

Mar 13, 2022 14 km W of eMbalenhle, South Africa M4.7 149 km
Sep 9, 2023 10 km ENE of Koppies, South Africa M3.5 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Wettest
February 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
March 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
April 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in
May 51°F (11°C) 0.8 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in Coldest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
November 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
December 66°F (19°C) 4.2 in

Warden has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 45°F in June to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Warden

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The Mills Primary School - - - -
Dirkie Uys Hoerskool - - - -
The Mills Primary School - - - -
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Hotels in Warden

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Warden Lodge

Restaurants in Warden

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ukulala Truck Stop

Train Stations in Warden

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Warden

Gas Stations in Warden

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

VKB Express
ZA #566585081

Golf Courses in Warden

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Disused Warden Golf Course

Airports Near Warden

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Harrismith AirportHRSMedium Airport
Aero Farm Airport-Small Airport
Alberta Airport-Small Airport
Bethlehem Airport-Small Airport
Frankfort Airport-Small Airport
Phuthadijhaba Airport-Small Airport
Sterkfontein Airport-Small Airport
Vrede Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Warden

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
NG gemeente Warden

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1,628 m (5,341 ft)
Founded
1912
Postal Code
9890

🇿🇦 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 Warden

What is the population of Warden?

Warden has a population of 13,152 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,716.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Warden?

Warden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches.

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