Updated Thursday 1 October 2026, 17:05 SAST
The Free State starts the weekend on a grey but mild note. Saturday in Bloemfontein runs from a cool 10C at dawn to 23C under overcast skies, while Kroonstad also stays overcast and reaches 24C. Bethlehem matches that 24C but could see slight rain during the day, so it is worth keeping an eye on the sky there.
Sunday turns more unsettled across the province, with showers and thundershowers expected in all three towns. Bloemfontein ranges from 12C to 22C, Kroonstad tops out at 22C, and Bethlehem cools noticeably to 19C. There are no active SAWS warnings, but if you have outdoor plans, rather get them done on Saturday and keep an umbrella and a warm layer handy for Sunday.
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Warnings and Advisories for Free State
No SAWS warnings or advisories are active for Free State at the time of posting.
Weekend Weather Forecast: Bloemfontein
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Wind | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday 3 Oct | Overcast | 23° 10° | 0% | WSW 5.0 km/h | |
| Sunday 4 Oct | Showers and Thundershowers | 22° 12° | 60% | NE 10.0 km/h |
More weather forecasts for the Free State
Bethlehem
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Wind | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday 3 Oct | Slight rain | 24° 6° | 30% | ESE 10.0 km/h | |
| Sunday 4 Oct | Showers and Thundershowers | 19° 8° | 60% | E 15.0 km/h |
Kroonstad
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Wind | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday 3 Oct | Overcast | 24° 10° | 0% | W 5.0 km/h | |
| Sunday 4 Oct | Showers and Thundershowers | 22° 12° | 60% | ENE 10.0 km/h |
Forecast data: South African Weather Service (weathersa.co.za) and various 3rd party providers and AI Tools.