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Botshabelo, 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 Botshabelo, Free State?
Botshabelo, 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
Botshabelo, 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 Botshabelo get?
Botshabelo 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.
Botshabelo weather by month
Botshabelo weather in January
In January, Botshabelo 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).
Botshabelo weather in February
In February, Botshabelo 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 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 39°C (1988) and the record low is 4°C (2024).
Botshabelo weather in March
In March, Botshabelo 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 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 37°C (2024) and the record low is 1°C (1989).
Botshabelo weather in April
In April, Botshabelo 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 66% 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.
Botshabelo weather in May
In May, Botshabelo 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.
Botshabelo weather in June
In June, Botshabelo 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 83% 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.
Botshabelo weather in July
In July, Botshabelo 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.
Botshabelo weather in August
In August, Botshabelo 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.
Botshabelo weather in September
In September, Botshabelo 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 77% 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.
Botshabelo weather in October
In October, Botshabelo 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 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 37°C (2016) and the record low is -2°C (2024).
Botshabelo weather in November
In November, Botshabelo 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 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 39°C (2023) and the record low is 1°C (2000).
Botshabelo weather in December
In December, Botshabelo 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 55% 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 Botshabelo
July is the sunniest month in Botshabelo, with estimated sunshine of 88% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 55%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 71% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Botshabelo is sunnier than 74% of South Africa.
Humidity peaks in April at 60% and is lowest in September at 34%.
Botshabelo has about 51 days a year above 32°C. Botshabelo is hotter than 69% of South Africa.
First and last freeze in Botshabelo
The first fall freeze in Botshabelo typically comes around May 6, and the last spring freeze around September 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 229 days.
Botshabelo 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 Botshabelo 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 Botshabelo
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 | 59% | 60% | 42° | 6° |
| February | 14° | 31° | 72 mm | 9 | 57% | 60% | 39° | 4° |
| March | 12° | 29° | 63 mm | 8 | 57% | 63% | 37° | 1° |
| April | 7° | 26° | 38 mm | 6 | 60% | 66% | 33° | -4° |
| May | 2° | 22° | 22 mm | 4 | 52% | 81% | 30° | -8° |
| June | -2° | 19° | 14 mm | 3 | 51% | 83% | 26° | -12° |
| July | -3° | 19° | 4.1 mm | 1 | 40% | 88% | 27° | -11° |
| August | 0° | 22° | 11 mm | 2 | 35% | 86% | 30° | -11° |
| September | 4° | 26° | 15 mm | 3 | 34% | 77% | 35° | -6° |
| October | 9° | 28° | 41 mm | 5 | 38% | 67% | 37° | -2° |
| November | 11° | 30° | 56 mm | 6 | 48% | 62% | 39° | 1° |
| December | 13° | 32° | 53 mm | 8 | 53% | 55% | 40° | 1° |
Station: BLOEMFONTEIN AIRPOR, 45 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.
Botshabelo climate questions
How much rain does Botshabelo get?
Botshabelo gets 463 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 64 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Botshabelo?
January is the wettest month in Botshabelo, with 74 mm. July is the driest, with 4 mm.
How many rainy days does Botshabelo have a year?
Botshabelo has about 64 days with measurable rain in an average year. February has the most, about 9.
What is the hottest month in Botshabelo?
January is the warmest month in Botshabelo, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Botshabelo?
July is the coldest month in Botshabelo, with an average low of -3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Botshabelo?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Botshabelo 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 Botshabelo?
July is the sunniest month in Botshabelo, with estimated sunshine of 88% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Botshabelo?
The first fall freeze in Botshabelo typically comes around May 6. The last spring freeze is around September 19.
What is the best time to visit Botshabelo?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.