Phuthaditjhaba weather
At 5:00 AM local time it was cloudy and 14°C (58°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 PM (2.9 mm total). Best months for weather: Sep. Phuthaditjhaba sits 1670 m (5,479 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Phuthaditjhaba, Free State, South Africa.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 94%
- Chance of rain
- 6%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 PM (2.9 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season SepOff season Dec–Feb
About Phuthaditjhaba weather
Is it raining in Phuthaditjhaba right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 14° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 PM (2.9 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Phuthaditjhaba this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 23–28° and lows of 13–15°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Phuthaditjhaba lately?
In the past 7 days, Phuthaditjhaba had 3 rainy days and 8.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Phuthaditjhaba?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Phuthaditjhaba weather by month
When is the best time to visit Phuthaditjhaba?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Phuthaditjhaba is Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Feb tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 13°C (55°F) in June to 24°C (76°F) in January.
What is the rainiest month in Phuthaditjhaba?
January is the wettest month, with about 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 11 mm (0.4 in).
What is the hottest month in Phuthaditjhaba?
January is the warmest, with average highs of 24°C (76°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 13°C (55°F) and lows of -1°C (29°F).
Does Phuthaditjhaba have a rainy season?
Yes. Jan is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Apr–Sep is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months