Climate of Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Point-value climate at Bloemfontein (Free State, South Africa). Population approximately 463,064.
Located in Free State, South Africa, Bloemfontein has a seasonal climate. Population approximately 463,064. Monthly average temperatures range from 7.4°C / 45.3°F in June to 22.7°C / 72.9°F in January, with rainfall varying from 9 mm / 0.4 in (June) to 96 mm / 3.8 in (February) — about 548 mm / 21.6 in across the year. As the national capital of South Africa, it's often the primary gateway for travellers. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Bloemfontein's coordinates — often quite different from the surrounding region's area-weighted average.
Best sunny months: April, September, October.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.7°C72.9°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| February | 21.7°C71.1°F | 96 mm3.8″ | — |
| March | 19.5°C67.1°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| April | 15.6°C60.1°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 11.2°C52.2°F | 17 mm0.7″ | — |
| June | 7.4°C45.3°F | 9 mm0.4″ | — |
| July | 7.4°C45.3°F | 9 mm0.4″ | — |
| August | 10.5°C50.9°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| September | 14.8°C58.6°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 17.8°C64°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 19.8°C67.6°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| December | 21.8°C71.2°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bloemfontein?
The months with the sunniest, driest weather are April, September, October. Bloemfontein's warmest month is January at an average of 22.7°C / 72.9°F, and its driest month is June with about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rain.
What is the climate of Bloemfontein?
Bloemfontein, in Free State, South Africa, has monthly average temperatures ranging from 7.4°C / 45.3°F in June to 22.7°C / 72.9°F in January. Annual rainfall is approximately 548 mm / 21.6 in, with the wettest month being February (96 mm / 3.8 in) and the driest June (9 mm / 0.4 in).
What is the average temperature in Bloemfontein in January?
The average temperature in Bloemfontein in January is 22.7°C / 72.9°F, with rainfall of about 84 mm / 3.3 in — the warmest month of the year.
When is the driest month in Bloemfontein?
The driest month in Bloemfontein is June, with about 9 mm / 0.4 in of average monthly rainfall. Average temperature that month is 7.4°C / 45.3°F.
When is the wettest month in Bloemfontein?
The wettest month in Bloemfontein is February, with approximately 96 mm / 3.8 in of average monthly rainfall.