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Bloemfontein, Free State Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Bloemfontein, Free State?
Bloemfontein, Free State gets 463 mm of precipitation a year over about 64 rainy days. January is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and July the coldest (average low -3°C).
Semi-arid climate
Bloemfontein, Free State has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 19°C in June to 32°C in January. January is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Jun–Aug | -2° | 20° |
| Spring | Sep–Nov | 8° | 28° |
| Summer | Dec–Feb | 14° | 31° |
| Autumn | Mar–May | 7° | 26° |
How much rain does Bloemfontein get?
Bloemfontein gets 463 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 64 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 60% of South Africa.
January is the wettest month, with 74 mm. July is the driest, with 4 mm. February has the most rainy days, about 9.
Bloemfontein weather by month
Bloemfontein weather in January
In January, Bloemfontein averages a high of 32°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 42°C (2016) and the record low is 6°C (2001).
Bloemfontein weather in February
In February, Bloemfontein averages a high of 31°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 39°C (1988) and the record low is 4°C (2024).
Bloemfontein weather in March
In March, Bloemfontein averages a high of 29°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 37°C (2024) and the record low is 1°C (1989).
Bloemfontein weather in April
In April, Bloemfontein averages a high of 26°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 68% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 33°C (2017) and the record low is -4°C (2007). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bloemfontein weather in May
In May, Bloemfontein averages a high of 22°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 81% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 30°C (2012) and the record low is -8°C (2007). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bloemfontein weather in June
In June, Bloemfontein averages a high of 19°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 84% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 26°C (2013) and the record low is -12°C (1992). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bloemfontein weather in July
In July, Bloemfontein averages a high of 19°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 88% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 27°C (2024) and the record low is -11°C (2000). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bloemfontein weather in August
In August, Bloemfontein averages a high of 22°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 86% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 30°C (2015) and the record low is -11°C (2003). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bloemfontein weather in September
In September, Bloemfontein averages a high of 26°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 78% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 35°C (2015) and the record low is -6°C (2012). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bloemfontein weather in October
In October, Bloemfontein averages a high of 28°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 37°C (2016) and the record low is -2°C (2024).
Bloemfontein weather in November
In November, Bloemfontein averages a high of 30°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 39°C (2023) and the record low is 1°C (2000).
Bloemfontein weather in December
In December, Bloemfontein averages a high of 32°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 40°C (2024) and the record low is 1°C (2003).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Bloemfontein
July is the sunniest month in Bloemfontein, with estimated sunshine of 88% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 58%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 72% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Bloemfontein is sunnier than 79% of South Africa.
Humidity peaks in April at 59% and is lowest in September at 33%.
Bloemfontein has about 51 days a year above 32°C. Bloemfontein is hotter than 69% of South Africa.
First and last freeze in Bloemfontein
The first fall freeze in Bloemfontein typically comes around May 6, and the last spring freeze around September 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 229 days.
Bloemfontein weather records
These records cover BLOEMFONTEIN AIRPOR during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Bloemfontein station is 42°C, on January 6, 2016. The coldest is -12°C, on June 26, 1992.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 142 mm of precipitation, on February 22, 1988.
25 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Bloemfontein
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near -2°C.
Spring (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 8°C.
Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 14°C.
Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 7°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15° | 32° | 74 mm | 9 | 56% | 60% | 42° | 6° |
| February | 14° | 31° | 72 mm | 9 | 55% | 62% | 39° | 4° |
| March | 12° | 29° | 63 mm | 8 | 55% | 64% | 37° | 1° |
| April | 7° | 26° | 38 mm | 6 | 59% | 68% | 33° | -4° |
| May | 2° | 22° | 22 mm | 4 | 53% | 81% | 30° | -8° |
| June | -2° | 19° | 14 mm | 3 | 51% | 84% | 26° | -12° |
| July | -3° | 19° | 4.1 mm | 1 | 41% | 88% | 27° | -11° |
| August | 0° | 22° | 11 mm | 2 | 35% | 86% | 30° | -11° |
| September | 4° | 26° | 15 mm | 3 | 33% | 78% | 35° | -6° |
| October | 9° | 28° | 41 mm | 5 | 36% | 69% | 37° | -2° |
| November | 11° | 30° | 56 mm | 6 | 44% | 64% | 39° | 1° |
| December | 13° | 32° | 53 mm | 8 | 50% | 58% | 40° | 1° |
Station: BLOEMFONTEIN AIRPOR, 9 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Bloemfontein climate questions
How much rain does Bloemfontein get?
Bloemfontein gets 463 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 64 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Bloemfontein?
January is the wettest month in Bloemfontein, with 74 mm. July is the driest, with 4 mm.
How many rainy days does Bloemfontein have a year?
Bloemfontein has about 64 days with measurable rain in an average year. February has the most, about 9.
What is the hottest month in Bloemfontein?
January is the warmest month in Bloemfontein, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Bloemfontein?
July is the coldest month in Bloemfontein, with an average low of -3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Bloemfontein?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Bloemfontein station is 42°C, set on January 6, 2016. The record low is -12°C, on June 26, 1992.
What is the sunniest month in Bloemfontein?
July is the sunniest month in Bloemfontein, with estimated sunshine of 88% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Bloemfontein?
The first fall freeze in Bloemfontein typically comes around May 6. The last spring freeze is around September 19.
What is the best time to visit Bloemfontein?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.