Best Time to Visit Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Bloemfontein is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Bloemfontein for sunny, dry weather is April and September–October — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 7.4°C / 45.3°F in June to 22.7°C / 72.9°F in January, with rainfall from 9 mm / 0.4 in (June) to 96 mm / 3.8 in (February). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Bloemfontein's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 15.6°C60.1°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 14.8°C58.6°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 17.8°C64°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bloemfontein?
The best time to visit Bloemfontein for sunny, dry weather is April, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 22.7°C / 72.9°F, and the driest is June with about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Bloemfontein's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Bloemfontein?
The rainy season at Bloemfontein, Free State runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 49 mm / 1.9 in. The wettest single month is February (96 mm / 3.8 in).
What is the driest month in Bloemfontein?
The driest month in Bloemfontein is June, averaging about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 7.4°C / 45.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Bloemfontein?
The least comfortable months for travel to Bloemfontein — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, July, August. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 96 mm / 3.8 in in February, and the coldest month averages 7.4°C / 45.3°F.
Is Bloemfontein climate different from South Africa overall?
Yes, usually. Our Bloemfontein figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our South Africa figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Bloemfontein specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.