Climate of Free State, South Africa
Area-weighted average across Free State. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Free State, a subdivision of South Africa, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 7.8°C / 46°F in July to 21.9°C / 71.4°F in January, with rainfall from 8 mm / 0.3 in to 91 mm / 3.6 in depending on the season (581 mm / 22.9 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.9°C71.4°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| February | 21.2°C70.2°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| March | 19.3°C66.7°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| April | 15.7°C60.3°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 11.6°C52.9°F | 18 mm0.7″ | — |
| June | 8°C46.4°F | 9 mm0.4″ | — |
| July | 7.8°C46°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
| August | 10.9°C51.6°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| September | 14.8°C58.6°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 17.7°C63.9°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| November | 19.5°C67.1°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| December | 21.2°C70.2°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Free State?
The best months to visit Free State, South Africa for sunny, dry weather are April, September. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 21.9°C / 71.4°F, and the driest is July with about 8 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Free State?
Free State, South Africa has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 7.8°C / 46°F in July to 21.9°C / 71.4°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 581 mm / 22.9 in, with the wettest month being January (91 mm / 3.6 in) and the driest July (8 mm / 0.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Free State?
The hottest month in Free State is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.9°C / 71.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Free State?
The coldest month in Free State is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 7.8°C / 46°F.
When does it rain most in Free State?
The wettest month in Free State is January, averaging about 91 mm / 3.6 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 8 mm / 0.3 in.