Today’s Weather Forecast – 12 July 2025

Gauteng Weather

For the heart of the country, Gauteng weather will be notably cool today, with Johannesburg starting at a brisk 8°C in the morning. By noon, temperatures will rise to 16°C under clear skies before reaching a peak of 18°C in the afternoon. As the evening approaches, temperatures will drop to around 11°C with possible cloud cover. Pretoria, Soweto, and surrounding areas will experience similar conditions, characterized by mild winter sunshine sprinkled with moments of cloudiness. No rain is expected, making it a perfect day for outdoor activities, provided warm clothing is worn.

Note: Temperatures are in °C, weather icons: ☀️ Sunny, ⛅ Partly Cloudy, ☁️ Cloudy.

Gauteng will be cool and mostly clear with no rain expected.

Western Cape Weather

Moving southwest to the Western Cape, Cape Town weather will present a contrast with early morning fog likely to linger into the day. Temperatures in the city will begin at 10°C, progressing to a pleasant 17°C by midday under sunny skies. However, as evening falls, temperatures will retreat to 14°C amidst some cloud cover. This trend extends to Stellenbosch, George, and other towns in the region, where chilly mornings make way for bright afternoons. Fog enthusiasts should take note of the early mist, but overall, conditions are setting up for a picturesque winter day.

Morning fog patches expected; otherwise fine and cool to cold conditions.

Kwazulu-Natal Weather

Traveling eastward to KwaZulu-Natal, residents should anticipate a different spectacle. The day will start off at around 12°C in Durban, but as cloud coverage thickens, temperatures will hover between 15°C and 13°C throughout the day, with light rain expected to fall, particularly near the coastal areas. Pietermaritzburg and Richards Bay will see similar damp conditions with cloudy skies dominating the forecast. The weather today calls for umbrellas and additional layers to combat the cool and damp air.

Cloudy and cold to cool with isolated showers and rain, especially along the coast.

Eastern Cape Weather

Continuing down the coast to the Eastern Cape, a mixed bag of weather is expected. Port Elizabeth will experience temperatures ranging from 10°C in the morning to 14°C during the day, with a shift to rainfall by evening. Both East London and Mthatha will echo these conditions, typified by cold temperatures and isolated showers. It’s a day for cozy indoors, as the wet weather implies lower activity levels outside.

Western half partly cloudy and cold; eastern half very cold with isolated showers and rain.

Free State Weather

In the Free State, conditions will be cooler still, with Bloemfontein starting at 6°C. The forecast suggests temperatures climb to 14°C under mostly sunny skies before a downturn in the evening reaches 10°C. The weather today remains fine, with little cloud cover in sight, making it a great day for outdoor winter explorations.

Fine and cold to cool; partly cloudy in extreme east with isolated evening showers.

Limpopo Weather

Shifting to Limpopo, residents will enjoy slightly warmer weather today, starting at 7°C in the morning and peaking at 18°C by midday. Major towns such as Polokwane and Thohoyandou will bask in the sun, making it ideal for outdoor activities. Generally, it will remain dry with pleasant temperatures for mid-winter.

Fine and cool to warm weather expected.

Mpumalanga Weather

In Mpumalanga, fine conditions will prevail with Mbombela starting at 8°C, reaching 16°C by noon. As with other regions, the weather today appears favorable for outdoor walking or light sports activities, with no significant weather disruptions anticipated.

Fine and cool conditions with no significant rain.

North West Weather

North West province will echo Mpumalanga’s pleasant trend, with Mahikeng beginning at 6°C and reaching a comfortable 14°C in the afternoon. Cool and dry conditions seem stable throughout the day, which should encourage outdoor enjoyment.

Fine and cool weather throughout the day.

Northern Cape Weather

Finally, in the Northern Cape, Kimberley will witness fog early on, with temperatures initially at 5°C. By the afternoon, however, the sun will come out, pushing temperatures up to 17°C—a welcome warmth in the often chilly winter climate.

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Morning fog in south; very cold to cool with warm conditions in the north.

As a wrap-up of this expansive overview, South Africa is set for a mixed winter day filled with sunny rays in the west and wet weather in the east. With temperatures varying greatly across regions and cities, key takeaways include being well-dressed for the chilly conditions in the east and west, while keeping an umbrella handy for the incoming showers in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. Regardless of where you find yourself today, prepare accordingly to embrace the unique character of South Africa’s winter environment. Enjoy the day ahead!

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