Bloemfontein Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Bloemfontein can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to pleasant.
It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to pleasant in Bloemfontein. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 19°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 2°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Bloemfontein has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 582 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Bloemfontein can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 90 mm of precipitation over 11 rainy days. In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 9.2 mm of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Bloemfontein Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Bloemfontein experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 10.7 hours daily sunshine in December, it dips to 8.3 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Bloemfontein.
The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 66%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 46%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Bloemfontein in South Africa
During the months of April, May and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Yes, the months of June, July, August and September are very dry.
January has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 19°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 90 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 9 mm of precipitation.
December is the sunniest month with an average of 320 hours of sunshine.
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