Bloemfontein weather in January (Free State, South Africa)

What's the typical weather in Bloemfontein for January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Bloemfontein generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The summer season takes place during January. Daytime temperatures hover around 32°C, while nights can cool down to about 18°C. This month features high temperatures, marking it as the warmest. Prepare with summer clothes and essentials to enjoy the sun to the fullest.

Precipitation

Bloemfontein in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 11 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 297 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Bloemfontein. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bloemfontein climate page with graphs.

 

Bloemfontein, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 36%  

Precipitation 90 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 55%  

Sunshine 297 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in South Africa in January

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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