Free State weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Free State, South Africa. Like most weather services, we show Free State at one spot: Bloemfontein, its largest city. At 11:30 PM local time it was cloudy and 22°C (71°F). Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.7 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: May, Aug–Sep.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 98%
- Chance of rain
- 37%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.7 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May, Aug–SepOff season Dec–Feb
About Bloemfontein weather
Is it raining in Bloemfontein right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 22° right now. Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.7 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Bloemfontein this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–34° and lows of 15–18°. Rain is likely on 2 of 7 days (Sunday, Thursday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Bloemfontein lately?
In the past 7 days, Bloemfontein had 1 rainy day and 4.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Bloemfontein?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Free State weather by month
When is the best time to visit Free State?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Free State is May, Aug–Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Feb tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 17°C (62°F) in June to 32°C (90°F) in January.
What is the rainiest month in Free State?
January is the wettest month, with about 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 5 mm (0.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Free State?
January is the warmest, with average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 17°C (62°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 17°C (62°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F).
Does Free State have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is January at about 79 mm (3.1 in).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Bloemfontein), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Free State
Weather can differ a lot within Free State: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloemfontein | May, Aug–Sep | None | 17–32°C | 489 mm |
| Welkom | May, Jul–Sep | None | 17–31°C | 525 mm |
| Botshabelo | Aug–Sep | None | 15–30°C | 559 mm |
| Sasolburg | May, Jul–Sep | None | 17–29°C | 552 mm |
| Virginia | May, Jul–Sep | None | 17–31°C | 525 mm |
| Kroonstad | May, Jul–Sep | None | 17–30°C | 544 mm |
| Kutloanong | May, Jul–Sep | None | 17–31°C | 525 mm |
| Bethlehem | May, Aug–Sep | None | 16–29°C | 525 mm |
| Phuthaditjhaba | Sep | Jan | 13–24°C | 852 mm |
| Odendaalsrus | May, Jul–Sep | None | 17–31°C | 525 mm |
| Thaba Nchu | May, Aug–Sep | None | 16–31°C | 534 mm |
| Bothaville | May–Sep | None | 18–32°C | 535 mm |
Cities and towns in Free State
- Bloemfontein
- Welkom
- Botshabelo
- Sasolburg
- Virginia
- Kroonstad
- Kutloanong
- Bethlehem
- Phuthaditjhaba
- Odendaalsrus
- Thaba Nchu
- Bothaville
- Parys
- Viljoenskroon
- Ficksburg
- Wesselsbron
- Senekal
- Theunissen
- Harrismith
- Heilbron
- Allanridge
- Frankfort
- Ladybrand
- Bultfontein
- Phomolong
- Reitz
- Deneysville
- Hennenman
- Vrede
- Hlohlolwane
- Villiers
- Hoopstad
- Zastron
- Marquard
- Tshiame
- Vredefort
- Winburg
- Koppies
- Fouriesburg
- Winnie Mandela
- Mamafubedu