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Welkom, South Africa
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Welkom is a large city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 431,944. Elevation: 4,514 ft (1,376 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Welkom
Welkom is a city in the Free State province of South Africa, located about 140 kilometres (90 mi) northeast of Bloemfontein, the provincial capital. Welkom is also known as Circle City, City Within A Garden, Mvela and Matjhabeng. The city's Sesotho name, Matjhabeng means 'where nations meet', derived from the migrant labour system, where people of various countries such as Lesotho, Malawi and Mozambique etc. met to work in the mines of the gold fields.
People
Climate
| Population | 431,944 |
| Population Density | 164 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,514 ft (1,376 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.9774°, 26.7351° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.2 inches (564 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Welkom
Welkom is a large city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 431,944. The city sits at an elevation of 4,514 feet (1,376 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Welkom
Welkom has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.9°C), the coldest is Jul (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 512 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,514 ft (1,376 m) |
| Area | 2,633.5 sq mi (6,820.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 164/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.9774°N, 26.7351°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) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in |
Welkom has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 50°F in June 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").
Colleges & Universities in Welkom
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central University of Technology | University | — | — |
| Ed-U-College Welkom | College | — | — |
Schools in Welkom
29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amari School | — | — | — | — |
| Thabiso Skills Development centre Welkom | — | — | — | — |
| Riebeeckstad High School | — | — | — | — |
| Koppie Alleen Primere Skool | — | — | — | — |
| Welkom Volkskool | — | — | — | — |
| Riebeeckstad Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Orion School | — | — | — | — |
| Dunamis Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Dagbreek Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Edmund Rice School | — | — | — | — |
| Tosa College | — | — | — | — |
| Lephola High School | — | — | — | — |
| Lekgarietsa High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tosa College | — | — | — | — |
| Leboneng Special School | — | — | — | — |
| Naudeville Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| HTS Welkom Boarding houses and sport fields | — | — | — | — |
| CUT Collage | — | — | — | — |
| Rheeder Park School | — | — | — | — |
| St Helana Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Reitz Park school | — | — | — | — |
| Aurora School | — | — | — | — |
| Goudveld High School | — | — | — | — |
| Welkom High School | — | — | — | — |
| Welkom Gimnasium high school | — | — | — | — |
| CBS Boys school | — | — | — | — |
| St Agnes Girl school | — | — | — | — |
| Unitas high school | — | — | — | — |
| HTS Welkom | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Welkom
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welkom city museum |
Libraries in Welkom
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riebeeckstad Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Welkom main city library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Welkom
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welkom Fresh Produce Market |
Hotels in Welkom
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Welkom
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Welkom
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Welkom
3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Welkom
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Welkom
25 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Welkom
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Welkom
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Welkom
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Welkom
4 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Welkom
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Welkom
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aldam Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Anton Fourie Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Balkfontein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beatrix Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Braehead Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brandfort Moreson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bultfontein Airport | UTE | Small Airport |
| Fraaiuitzicht Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Harmony Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hendrik Potgieter Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kroonstad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Odendaalsrus Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Von Abo's Villa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Welkom Airport | WEL | Small Airport |
| Wesselbronn Af Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Welkom
21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AGS Tehila | |
| AGS Tehila | |
| Dagbreek Church | |
| Dagbreek Church | |
| Greek | |
| Greek | |
| Masjid Noor | |
| Nederduitz Reformed Church | |
| Nederduitz Reformed Church | |
| NG Kerk Erfdeel | |
| NG Kerk Erfdeel | |
| Riebeeckstad Baptist Church | |
| Riebeeckstad Baptist Church | |
| St Helena | |
| St Helena | |
| Welkom Church of Christ | |
| Welkom Church of Christ | |
| Welkom South | |
| Welkom South | |
| Welkom-North |
Quick Facts
Around Welkom
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇿🇦 About South Africa
Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Welkom
What is the population of Welkom?
Welkom has a population of 431,944 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 164 people per square mile, spread across 2,633.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Welkom?
Welkom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches.