The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released its SA Weather forecast for Thursday, 9 January 2025. While no severe weather alerts have been issued, residents across the country should prepare for isolated showers, warm conditions, and fire danger warnings. Here’s a detailed look at what to expect.
SA Weather: Fire Danger Warnings
SAWS has cautioned against extremely high fire danger conditions in central parts of the country. Residents in these areas are urged to exercise caution and avoid activities that could spark fires, such as open flames and uncontrolled burning.
Provincial Weather Forecast
Gauteng
Gauteng will experience cloudy and cool to warm weather with isolated showers and thundershowers. In the northern parts of the province, expect scattered showers.
Mpumalanga
Morning fog patches will occur along the escarpment and eastern Highveld. Conditions will remain cloudy and cool, with scattered showers and thundershowers across most areas, except for the extreme southwest, where showers will be isolated. The eastern Lowveld will enjoy warmer conditions.
Limpopo
Limpopo will see cloudy and cool to warm weather with scattered showers and thundershowers throughout the province.
North West
The North West province will start with fine conditions in the west, transitioning to partly cloudy and warm to hot weather. Isolated showers and thundershowers are expected in the east, with cloudy conditions in the extreme eastern regions.
Free State
Morning fog will blanket the eastern Free State. The day will be partly cloudy, with isolated showers and thundershowers confined to the east. The western areas will remain fine.
Northern Cape
Northern Cape residents can expect partly cloudy weather in the west early in the day, becoming fine and cool to warm later. Eastern areas will be hot to very hot.
Western Cape
Western Cape residents will experience morning fog in the west, followed by partly cloudy and warm to hot conditions. Fine weather will dominate in the northeast, while the southwest coast will be cloudy and cool. The UVB sunburn index is “extreme,” so precautions are necessary against prolonged sun exposure.
Eastern Cape (Western Half)
Fine and hot to very hot weather is forecast, but coastal and adjacent interior areas will remain partly cloudy and warm.
Eastern Cape (Eastern Half)
Partly cloudy and hot conditions are expected, with cooler weather along the coast and adjacent interior.
KwaZulu-Natal
Morning fog patches will be present over the interior, giving way to partly cloudy and cool weather in the south. Isolated showers and thundershowers are anticipated, while the north will be cloudy and warm. Scattered showers and thundershowers will occur in the extreme northeast. The region’s UVB sunburn index is also “extreme.”
Safety Tips for the Day
- Fire Safety: Avoid activities that could ignite fires, especially in areas with high fire danger warnings.
- Sun Protection: With an “extreme” UVB sunburn index, apply sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and minimize time in direct sunlight during peak hours.
- Travel Precautions: Be cautious when driving through areas with fog patches, particularly in Mpumalanga, Free State, and KwaZulu-Natal.
Stay informed with updates from the SA Weather Service to ensure your safety and preparedness throughout the day. Keep checking for the latest SA Weather updates to stay ahead of changing conditions and alerts.
Also read: Today’s Weather Forecast – 09 January 2025
