Has Spring sprung early? Higher temperatures expected across SA
While parts of the country remain cool, the South African Weather Service forecasts temperatures to rise in several provinces.
Forecaster Tokelo Chiloane says Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, and the Northern Cape will see significant changes in temperatures.
However, conditions in the south will vary.
According to Chiloane, the Eastern Cape and Western Cape can expect warm conditions, depending on where one is in the province.
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