Today’s Weather Forecast – 5 October 2025

Gauteng Province

Gauteng weather is characterized by a pleasant and mild day. Morning cloud cover will gradually clear to reveal sunny skies.

• Johannesburg: Temperatures will start at 16°C and peak at around 25°C, enjoying a sunny afternoon. Evening temperatures will drop to about 18°C as clouds return.
• Pretoria: Similar trends are expected with a slight early morning chill of 15°C, warming up to 24°C. By nightfall, expect temperature drops to 17°C.

Overall, a relatively calm day for Gauteng with little chance of precipitation.

Gauteng Province Hourly Forecast

Note: For up-to-date weather conditions, check the South African Weather Service.

Western Cape

Today, Cape Town weather will be notably affected by a cold front pushing through the southwest, resulting in cloudy skies and rain.

• Cape Town: Morning temperatures at 15°C will struggle to climb above 18°C during the day, feeling cooler due to rain. Showers are likely to persist into the evening, dropping to 16°C.
• Stellenbosch and George: Similar patterns, with cloudy skies and temperatures remaining between 14°C and 16°C throughout most of the day, interspersed with rain.

Expect a wet and chilly day for most of the Western Cape, so it’s wise to keep an umbrella handy.

Provincial Forecasts

The Western Cape has cool, cloudy mornings with showers due to a cold front impacting the southwest. Keep updated through @SAWeatherServic.

KwaZulu-Natal

In contrast, KwaZulu-Natal will experience significant weather today, with warmer temperatures accompanied by potential thunderstorms.

• Durban: Starting off at 19°C, temperatures will rise to 23°C by midday before the storms roll in later, bringing considerable rain and possible wind disruptions.
• Pietermaritzburg: Daytime highs will reach around 20°C, with storm conditions expected in the late afternoon.

It will be critical to watch the weather alerts here due to potential damaging thunderstorms.

KwaZulu-Natal faces possible damaging thunderstorms by late afternoon with partly cloudy early day conditions. For more details, visit South African Weather Services.

Eastern Cape

The weather starts off clear and pleasant across the Eastern Cape region.

• Port Elizabeth and East London: Temperatures will begin at 14°C and warm to 20°C in sunny conditions. By evening, temperatures will cool to around 18°C, with clouds increasing as night approaches.

Overall, expect a mild day with conditions remaining generally clear, providing good outdoor opportunities.

Eastern Cape mainly clear with gradual warming late morning, occasional clouds in the evening.

Free State

In the Free State, cloud cover will dominate today’s weather, but temperatures will remain mild.

• Bloemfontein: Starting at 12°C with a peak around 21°C during the day, light rain is forecasted late afternoon, cooling down to 18°C by nightfall.

A comfortable day, but keep an eye out for potential rain late in the schedule.

Cooling trend with cloud cover increasing; light rain expected late afternoon over southern Free State.

Limpopo

Limpopo will enjoy clear skies and warmer temperatures throughout the day.

• Polokwane: Early temperatures at 14°C will climb to a sunny 24°C, and by the evening, it will settle around 21°C providing warm conditions suitable for evening outings.

Limpopo region remains a hot spot for good weather today.

Mostly fine and sunny weather across Limpopo with moderate temperatures.

Mpumalanga

Mpumalanga today will also feature warm conditions with some cloud cover.

• Mbombela: Expect a temperature of 14°C rising to 24°C, with sunny intervals throughout the day. Conditions remain pleasant into the evening with a cooler drop to 21°C.

It’s a great day for outdoor activities with mostly favorable weather.

Clear to partly cloudy skies with temperatures reaching mid-20s°C during midday.

North West

North West province will share in the sunny weather conditions.

• Mahikeng: Mornings start at 13°C and rise to 22°C in the afternoon. Similar comfortable temperatures can be enjoyed in Klerksdorp and Rustenburg, peaking around 23°C.

Perfect for leisurely Sunday activities as clear skies prevail.

Mostly sunny conditions with mild morning temps warming to pleasant afternoons.

Northern Cape

The Northern Cape will experience warm, dry conditions typical of this region.

• Kimberley: Both mornings and afternoons will hover between 11°C and 24°C as temperatures rise with sunshine.

A predominantly sunny day invites plenty of outdoor time and exploration.

Sunny with dry conditions typical of Northern Cape, warmer mid-day temperatures.

In summary, today presents a mixed bag of weather across South Africa, with Gauteng enjoying mild temperatures and sunshine, while the Western Cape braces for rain due to an incoming cold front. Meanwhile, thunderstorm warnings in KwaZulu-Natal underscore the variability that the spring season brings. As you venture out today, especially in regions expecting rain or storms, do remember to carry essential weather gear. For those enjoying clear skies, take advantage of the beautiful day ahead, but remain aware of changing conditions as afternoon approaches. Stay safe and enjoy the diverse spring weather that South Africa offers! For real-time updates and more detailed forecasts, you can visit the South African Weather Service.

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