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Winburg, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Winburg is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 16,862. Elevation: 4,718 ft (1,438 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
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About Winburg
Winburg is a small mixed farming town in the Free State province of South Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,862 |
| Population Density | 650 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,718 ft (1,438 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.5181°, 27.0093° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.5 inches (597 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Winburg
Winburg is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 16,862. The city sits at an elevation of 4,718 feet (1,438 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Winburg
Winburg has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.6°C), the coldest is Jul (8.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 518 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,718 ft (1,438 m) |
| Area | 26.0 sq mi (67.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 650/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.5181°N, 27.0093°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (21°C) | 2.9 in |
Winburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 46°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Winburg
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naledi ya Botjabela Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Makeleketla Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tlongkganyeng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Restaurants in Winburg
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Winburg
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Winburg
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Winburg
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Winburg
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bram Fischer International Airport | BFN | Large Airport |
| Aldam Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Arbeitsgenot Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Arizona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beatrix Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brandfort Moreson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Harmony Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ladybrand Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Carlo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Odendaalsrus Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Senekal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Welkom Airport | WEL | Small Airport |
| Wesselbronn Af Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Winburg?
Winburg has a population of 16,862 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 650 people per square mile, spread across 26.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Winburg?
Winburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches.