South Africans warned of severe thunderstorms, flooding, and rare snowfall in KwaZulu-Natal — Here’s your province-by-province weather guide.
Today’s Weather: The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a series of urgent weather warnings for Thursday, 24 April 2025, affecting nearly every province in the country. Severe thunderstorms, flooding risks, and even possible snowfall are on the radar — with residents across Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Free State particularly urged to take precautions.
🔔 Today’s Weather: Severe Weather Warnings Across Provinces
Orange Level 5 Warning
Severe thunderstorms with heavy downpours are forecast in:
- Eastern Free State
- Extreme East of North West
- Southern Gauteng
- South-Western Mpumalanga
Residents can expect potential flooding of roads and bridges, damage to property, and disruption to agriculture.
Yellow Level 4 Warning
Localized flooding, hail, and intense lightning are possible in:
- South-Central Limpopo
- Northern Gauteng
- Mpumalanga Highveld
- North & North-Eastern KwaZulu-Natal
Yellow Level 2 Warning
Scattered thunderstorms with damage risks in:
- Central Free State
- Eastern North West
- Southern Limpopo
- North-Eastern Mpumalanga
Yellow Level 1 Warning
Disruptive rain in the Eastern Cape coast and interior, affecting roads and low-lying areas.
❄ Cold Front & Snowfall in KwaZulu-Natal
A rare cold snap is expected to hit the south-western high grounds of KZN, where light snowfall is possible. The broader province will experience cold, wet, and stormy conditions, with widespread showers and thundershowers.
☁ Province-by-Province Forecast – Thursday, 24 April
Gauteng:
Cloudy and cool with widespread showers and thunderstorms. Prepare for delays and potential local flooding.
Mpumalanga:
Cloudy and cool to cold with scattered to widespread thundershowers; Lowveld remains warmer.
Limpopo:
Cloudy and cool with isolated to widespread showers, especially in the south-west. Warm in the Lowveld.
North West:
Scattered rain, especially in the east. Cooler overall, with storm activity intensifying during the day.
Free State:
Expect cold conditions near the Lesotho border, with widespread thunderstorms in the east and scattered rain elsewhere.
Northern Cape:
Foggy along the coast in the morning and evening, isolated showers in the east, dry conditions in the north-west.
Western Cape:
Partly cloudy with fog patches and mild daytime temperatures; high UVB index, so sun protection is advised.
Eastern Cape:
- Western Half: Isolated rain with scattered thundershowers inland.
- Eastern Half: Cloudy and cold with widespread coastal showers.
KwaZulu-Natal:
A mix of cold and stormy weather, with possible snowfall in high-altitude areas. Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected across most regions.
🧥 Safety & Travel Tips
- Keep updated via SAWS and your local emergency services.
- Drive cautiously and avoid waterlogged roads.
- Dress warmly in cold-prone areas, especially KZN highlands.
- Expect travel delays due to flooding and storm activity.
Stay safe, and if possible, limit outdoor activity during severe storms. South Africans are urged to remain vigilant as this nationwide weather event unfolds.
Also read: Today’s Weather Forecast – 24 April 2025
