In today’s weather, South Africans can expect a varied day of weather, with everything from sunny skies in Gauteng to isolated showers in parts of Mpumalanga and KwaZulu-Natal. However, the South African Weather Service has issued extremely high fire danger warnings in several provinces, urging residents in affected areas to exercise caution.

Fire Danger Warnings

Extremely high fire danger conditions are expected over:
Extreme western parts of the Northern Cape
North-western parts of the Western Cape
Extreme northern parts of Limpopo

These areas are at significant risk, so residents should exercise caution when dealing with open flames and avoid activities that could ignite fires.

Today’s Weather Forecast in Major Provinces

Gauteng: Fine and Warm

Pretoria: 13°C — 29°C
Johannesburg: 11°C — 26°C
Vereeniging: 12°C — 27°C
Gauteng will experience fine, warm weather, with Pretoria reaching a high of 29°C. It’s a perfect day for outdoor activities, though it may feel hot in the northern areas.

Mpumalanga: Partly Cloudy with Showers

Mbombela: 16°C — 28°C
Ermelo: 10°C — 25°C
Skukuza: 20°C — 27°C
Mpumalanga will see partly cloudy skies, with isolated showers in most areas and scattered rain along the escarpment and Lowveld. Keep an umbrella handy, especially in the eastern parts.

Limpopo: Hot with Fire Danger in the North-West

Polokwane: 16°C — 28°C
Musina: 22°C — 36°C
Lephalale: 19°C — 36°C
Limpopo will be partly cloudy with isolated showers, except in the west. Extremely hot conditions are expected in the north-west, including Musina and Lephalale.

North West: Warm to Hot

Klerksdorp: 09°C — 27°C
Mahikeng: 14°C — 31°C
Warm, sunny weather dominates North West today, with temperatures peaking at 31°C in Mahikeng.

Free State: Fine but Cool Along Lesotho Border

Bloemfontein: 07°C — 25°C
Bethlehem: 05°C — 21°C
The Free State will have fine, warm weather, though temperatures will be cooler along the Lesotho border.

Northern Cape: Fire Danger in the West

Upington: 12°C — 32°C
Springbok: 17°C — 31°C
Hot temperatures will persist across the Northern Cape, with extremely high fire danger in the western parts. Coastal winds will be moderate, shifting direction in the afternoon.

Western Cape: Hot in the West

Cape Town: 17°C — 29°C
Vredendal: 16°C — 36°C
The Western Cape will experience a hot day, especially in the west. Vredendal is set to reach a scorching 36°C, while Cape Town enjoys warm, sunny weather.

Eastern Cape: Cool with Coastal Rain

Gqeberha: 16°C — 21°C
East London: 16°C — 20°C
Morning rain along the coast and cool conditions will dominate the Eastern Cape. The interior remains partly cloudy, with light rain in places.

KwaZulu-Natal: Fog Patches and Isolated Showers

Durban: 17°C — 25°C
Pietermaritzburg: 13°C — 23°C
Expect partly cloudy weather across KwaZulu-Natal, with isolated showers. Fog patches in the interior could make driving conditions hazardous in the early morning.

Stay Alert and Safe

Today’s weather brings a mix of warm sunshine, isolated showers, and extreme heat in certain areas. With high fire danger warnings in effect, especially in parts of the Northern Cape, Western Cape, and Limpopo, residents are encouraged to stay alert. Keep hydrated in hot regions, take precautions against fires, and enjoy the pleasant weather where conditions allow!