UV index is 7 today — high. Apply sunscreen before heading out, and consider a hat or shade during peak hours (roughly late morning to mid-afternoon).

Air quality is acceptable for most people. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.

Morning before 10 AM or evening after 4 PM is the more comfortable window for outdoor activity today.

Nearby Regional Outlook

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Bloemfontein?

The hottest month in Bloemfontein is typically January, with daytime highs averaging around 29.4°C (85°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 16.6°C (62°F).

What is the coldest month in Bloemfontein?

The coldest month in Bloemfontein is typically July, with overnight lows averaging around 2.3°C (36°F) and daytime highs near 16.7°C (62°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Does Bloemfontein have a rainy season?

Bloemfontein doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. January is the wettest month on average (about 75 mm), while June is the driest (about 9 mm).

What's the best time of year to visit Bloemfontein?

The best time to visit Bloemfontein is typically August to September, when daytime highs average a comfortable 22.1°C (72°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 14 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Atmospheric Details

Wind

6 km/h

NW · Light Breeze · Max 9 km/h

Humidity

47 %

Comfortable

UV Index

Very High

Visibility

16 km

Excellent

Pressure

870 hPa

Low · change likely

Dew Point

9°C

Comfortable

Today vs Normal

24°C-1° below normal

The long-term average high for today is 25°C.

20 of the last 28 days with published data ran above normal.

That's a break from the pattern - today's forecast runs below normal even though the recent stretch mostly ran above.

Red = above normal, blue = at or below · last 12 days

Air Quality

Moderate

Air quality is acceptable for most people. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.

Health & Activity Advice

⚠ Take Precautions

UV index is 7 today — high. Apply sunscreen before heading out, and consider a hat or shade during peak hours (roughly late morning to mid-afternoon).

Air quality is acceptable for most people. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.

Morning before 10 AM or evening after 4 PM is the more comfortable window for outdoor activity today.