January Rainfall and Precipitation in Free State
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Free State, South Africa in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Free State precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Free State, South Africa receive in January?
Bloemfontein sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging around 90 mm (3.5 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in Free State, South Africa in January?
On average, Bloemfontein has about 11 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Free State, South Africa?
No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in Free State, South Africa, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in January in Free State, South Africa?
Looking at our data, Van Reenen tops the wettest-cities list in Free State, South Africa for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 190 mm (7.5 in).
What is the driest city in January in Free State, South Africa?
In our records, Philippolis stands out as the driest city in Free State, South Africa for January, averaging just 74 mm (2.9 in).
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