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Wepener, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Wepener is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 11,446. Elevation: 4,688 ft (1,429 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wepener
Wepener is a town in the Free State, South Africa, located near the border of Lesotho.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,446 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,688 ft (1,429 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.7287°, 27.0381° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (647 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wepener
Wepener is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 11,446. The city sits at an elevation of 4,688 feet (1,429 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Wepener
Wepener has an average annual temperature of 15.6°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.1°C), the coldest is Jul (6.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 632 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,688 ft (1,429 m) |
| Area | 2,259.6 sq mi (5,852.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.7287°N, 27.0381°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 2.9 in |
Wepener has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 45°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Wepener
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ebenhaeserhoogte Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Louw Wepener Combined School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wepener
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Train Stations in Wepener
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wepener
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Wepener
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wepener
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bram Fischer International Airport | BFN | Large Airport |
| Moshoeshoe I International Airport | MSU | Large Airport |
| Ladybrand Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mafeteng Airport | MFC | Small Airport |
| Mayaputi Game Reserve Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mejametalana Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Mohale's Hoek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quthing Airport | UTG | Small Airport |
| Thaba Nchu Tar Airport | TCU | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wepener
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Wepener Post Office |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Wepener?
Wepener has a population of 11,446 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 2,259.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wepener?
Wepener enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches.