South African Weather: Weather Forecast For 12 October 2024
As we progress deeper into spring, South Africa is experiencing a variety of weather conditions across its provinces on 12 October 2024. Here is a detailed weather forecast covering morning, afternoon, and night conditions, along with rainfall chances and wind speeds to help you plan your day effectively.
Gauteng Weather
- Morning: Cool start with temperatures around 16°C. Cloud cover will increase as the day progresses.
- Afternoon: Warm with highs reaching 28°C. Cloudy skies with a 20% chance of scattered showers.
- Night: Temperatures drop to 14°C. Light winds at 10-15 km/h and minimal rain.
Western Cape Weather
- Morning: Cool and cloudy, with temperatures around 14°C in Cape Town and 16°C along the West Coast.
- Afternoon: Partly cloudy skies with temperatures peaking at 22°C. A 30% chance of rain in the southern coastal areas, including Hermanus. Winds are expected to blow at 25 km/h from the southeast.
- Night: Temperatures dip to 12°C, with light drizzles in some regions. Winds remain moderate, blowing at 20 km/h.
KwaZulu-Natal Weather
- Morning: Mild and sunny with temperatures at 18°C along the coast and slightly cooler inland.
- Afternoon: Warm and humid, with highs reaching 30°C in Durban. A 40% chance of thunderstorms in the northern areas such as Richards Bay. Winds blowing at 15-20 km/h.
- Night: Clear skies with temperatures falling to 16°C. Thunderstorm activity expected to taper off by midnight.
Eastern Cape Weather
- Morning: Overcast with temperatures around 17°C. A few showers expected along the Wild Coast.
- Afternoon: Mostly sunny inland with highs of 25°C. Coastal areas will remain cooler at 20°C, with a 30% chance of light rain. Winds will pick up, reaching 30 km/h near Port Elizabeth.
- Night: Temperatures drop to 13°C, and rain chances decrease. Winds remain moderate at 20 km/h.
Northern Cape Weather
- Morning: Clear skies and cool temperatures of 12°C.
- Afternoon: Warm and dry, with highs of 30°C. No rainfall expected. Strong winds blowing from the north at 35 km/h.
- Night: Temperatures drop to 10°C under clear skies. Winds slow down to 15-20 km/h.
Free State Weather
- Morning: Cool with temperatures around 12°C, accompanied by light cloud cover.
- Afternoon: Warm with highs reaching 27°C. A 20% chance of isolated showers in Bloemfontein and nearby areas. Light winds blowing at 10 km/h.
- Night: Clear skies with temperatures dipping to 9°C. Calm winds expected overnight.
Limpopo Weather
- Morning: Warm start with temperatures around 18°C.
- Afternoon: Hot with highs of 32°C in Polokwane. A 30% chance of afternoon showers in the northern parts. Winds blowing at 15 km/h from the northeast.
- Night: Temperatures fall to 17°C with clear skies. No significant rainfall expected overnight.
Mpumalanga Weather
- Morning: Mild temperatures at 16°C, with patchy clouds in some areas.
- Afternoon: Warm with highs of 29°C. Thunderstorms likely in the Highveld region, with a 40% chance of rain. Winds at 20 km/h.
- Night: Temperatures drop to 15°C. Thunderstorm activity reduces by midnight, leaving partly cloudy skies.
North West Weather
- Morning: Cool with temperatures of 13°C. Light cloud cover is expected.
- Afternoon: Warm with highs reaching 28°C. A slight chance (20%) of isolated showers. Winds blowing at 15 km/h from the southwest.
- Night: Temperatures drop to 12°C under clear skies. Winds remain light at 10 km/h.
Weather Conditions: Rain and Wind Patterns for 12 October 2024
Rainfall will be scattered throughout the country, with the highest chances in KwaZulu-Natal and parts of Mpumalanga, where thunderstorms are expected. Coastal areas in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape might experience light rain. Wind speeds will vary, with the Northern Cape experiencing the strongest winds at 35 km/h during the afternoon, while other provinces will have moderate winds ranging from 10 to 25 km/h.
The weather conditions across South Africa on 12 October 2024 reflect the diversity of the season, with sunshine, thunderstorms, and occasional showers scattered across provinces. While Gauteng and Free State will enjoy mostly dry conditions, KwaZulu-Natal and parts of Mpumalanga should brace for thunderstorms. As always, plan your day according to the weather, and stay updated on local weather forecasts to make the most of this spring day.
