Climate Insights for Arlington

Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality, Free State, South Africa

Hottest
January
28°C peak
Coldest
July
1°C low
Wettest
December
131mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Arlington is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 754mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 131mm of rainfall. Arlington is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 1°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 15° Feb Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15° Mar Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 14° Apr Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 10° May Max: 21° Average: 13° Min: 5° Jun Max: 18° Average: 9° Min: 2° Jul Max: 18° Average: 9° Min: 1° Aug Max: 21° Average: 12° Min: 4° Sep Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 8° Oct Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 11° Nov Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 13° Dec Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 15°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Arlington vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 124mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 109mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 74mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 86mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 9mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 58mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 101mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 131mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Arlington is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 754mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 131mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 8mm. That's 123mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 11km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 13km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Arlington is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

7 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Arlington, which began on June 21, 2026. Arlington is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed: spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 1°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 8 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 181mm for the season, averaging 60mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 364mm across the season with a monthly average of 121mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 5 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 179mm for the season, averaging 60mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 1 to 21°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 30mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 21°
Mar 20°
Apr 16°
May 13°
Jun
Jul
Aug 12°
Sep 17°
Oct 19°
Nov 20°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Arlington is during March, April, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 60mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 1°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Arlington based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
15 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
124 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
27 °C
12 km/h
109 mm
0 cm
Mar
14 °C
27 °C
11 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
Apr
10 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
86 mm
0 cm
May
5 °C
21 °C
10 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Jun
2 °C
18 °C
10 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Jul
1 °C
18 °C
11 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Aug
4 °C
21 °C
12 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
8 °C
25 °C
13 km/h
21 mm
1 cm
Oct
11 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Nov
13 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
101 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
131 mm
0 cm
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