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Zastron, South Africa
Free State · South Africa
Zastron is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 18,699. Elevation: 5,472 ft (1,668 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Zastron
Zastron is a small agricultural town in the Free State province of South Africa, some 30 km from the border of Lesotho. It is situated at the foot of Aasvoëlberg, named for the rare Cape vultures attracted by a feeding project a short distance out of town. The township is named "Matlakeng", Sesotho for Vultures. A curious rock formation in the mountain, Die Oog, has been adopted as the town's unofficial emblem.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,699 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,472 ft (1,668 m) |
| Coordinates | -30.3023°, 27.0840° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Free State |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.8 inches (654 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zastron
Zastron is a small city in South Africa (Free State) with a population of 18,699. The city sits at an elevation of 5,472 feet (1,668 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Zastron
Zastron has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (6.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 590 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,472 ft (1,668 m) |
| Area | 3,841.5 sq mi (9,949.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -30.3023°N, 27.0840°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 2.9 in |
Zastron has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 43°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.5").
Train Stations in Zastron
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Zastron
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Zastron
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aliwal North Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barkly East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Braklaagte East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Corbetts Hope Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lady Grey Golf Course Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mafeteng Airport | MFC | Small Airport |
| Mayaputi Game Reserve Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mohale's Hoek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quthing Airport | UTG | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zastron
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NG Kerk - Zastron |
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What is the population of Zastron?
Zastron has a population of 18,699 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 3,841.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zastron?
Zastron enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches.