Gauteng Rain to Ease This Weekend After Heavy Downpours & Flooding

Weather Conditions Improve as Floodwaters Recede in Gauteng

Heavy Rain Causes Disruptions Across Gauteng

Rain to Ease This Weekend: Gauteng residents have endured a week of relentless rain, leading to widespread flooding, road closures, and even a tornado sighting in Pretoria. Emergency services have been on high alert, assisting those stranded by rising water levels.

Tornado Hits Montana, Causing Structural Damage

On Tuesday afternoon, a tornado was reported in Montana, Pretoria, along Sefako Makgatho Drive. The storm caused significant damage, particularly at the Sandpiper residential complex near Kolonnade Shopping Mall.

Rietvlei Nature Reserve Temporarily Closed Due to Flooding

The persistent downpours have also forced the temporary closure of Rietvlei Nature Reserve as floodwaters made roads impassable. Authorities have urged residents to avoid the area until further notice.

Weather Forecast: Drier Weekend Ahead

The South African Weather Service predicts a decrease in rainfall over the weekend. Isolated showers and thunderstorms may still occur in the eastern parts of the province, but overall conditions are expected to improve.

Johannesburg: Cloudy weather with chances of thunderstorms, clearing by early next week.

Pretoria: Warm conditions with scattered showers on Saturday and Sunday.

Currently 77° · Cloudy

Pretoria, South Africa

Today	82°65°	A thundershower in the area late this morning; otherwise, warmer with variable cloudiness
Saturday	86°65°	A thunderstorm in a couple of spots in the morning; otherwise, humid with some sun, then turning cloudy
Sunday	82°64°	Cloudy and humid; a thundershower in spots in the morning followed by a thunderstorm in spots in the afternoon
Monday	85°65°	Delightful with sunshine and a few clouds
Tuesday	84°64°	Cloudy
Wednesday	87°62°	Comfortable with plenty of sunshine
Thursday	85°65°	A blend of sun and clouds

Currently 74° · Clouds and sun

Johannesburg, South Africa

Today	76°60°	Times of clouds and sun with a thunderstorm in a couple of spots
Saturday	79°60°	Some sun, then turning cloudy with a thunderstorm
Sunday	78°58°	Some sun, then turning cloudy with showers in the afternoon
Monday	79°58°	After a cloudy start, sun returns
Tuesday	79°57°	Mostly cloudy with a thunderstorm in parts of the area in the afternoon
Wednesday	79°56°	Mostly sunny and nice
Thursday	79°56°	Partly sunny

Residents Urged to Stay Cautious

Despite the improving weather, officials advise residents to remain vigilant, especially in areas previously affected by flooding. Water levels may take time to recede, and cleanup operations are still ongoing.

Also read: Today’s Weather Forecast –21 February 2025