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Weather & Climate in Fouriesburg, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fouriesburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 29.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,892 feet.
Temperature
67°F Jan (19°C)
44°F Jul (7°C)
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,892 ft (1,796 m) |
| Area | 2,199.9 sq mi (5,697.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.6196°N, 28.2097°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
52 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Nov 14, 1990 | 7 km WSW of Virginia, South Africa | M4.8 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 1991 | 7 km NW of Virginia, South Africa | M4.5 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jan 27, 2002 | 25 km S of Nako, Lesotho | M4.3 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jul 19, 2016 | 5 km NW of Virginia, South Africa | M4.3 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Jan 27, 2002 | 43 km SE of Nako, Lesotho | M4.3 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 2016 | 4 km SSW of Nako, Lesotho | M4.3 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jul 24, 2001 | 12 km S of Hennenman, South Africa | M4.2 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Mar 20, 2015 | 25 km ESE of Ventersburg, South Africa | M4.2 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 1993 | 5 km S of Nako, Lesotho | M3.8 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jun 26, 1993 | South Africa | M3.7 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Apr 18, 1993 | 1 km E of Virginia, South Africa | M3.7 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Sep 7, 1993 | 2 km E of Virginia, South Africa | M3.7 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Sep 20, 1993 | 5 km WSW of Virginia, South Africa | M3.6 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Feb 21, 1996 | 12 km ESE of Virginia, South Africa | M3.6 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Oct 14, 1995 | 3 km W of Virginia, South Africa | M3.5 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jan 2, 1994 | 2 km E of Virginia, South Africa | M3.4 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1996 | 8 km NNW of Virginia, South Africa | M3.3 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jun 2, 1993 | 6 km NNW of Virginia, South Africa | M3.1 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Aug 8, 1990 | 6 km E of Virginia, South Africa | M3.1 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 1996 | 3 km NE of Virginia, South Africa | M3.1 | 143 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 65°F (19°C) | 4.0 in |
Fouriesburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 44°F in June to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.4").