Prepare for a weather shift: Cold fronts bringing rain and strong winds to Western Cape
The South Africa Weather Service has warned of intense cold and wet conditions in Western Cape. Picture: File
As South Africans enjoy the somewhat mild and rain-free weather, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning that two cold frontal systems are expected to sweep across parts of the Western Cape next week, specifically from May 19 until May 23.
It is set to bring strong winds and rough seas, with a promise of wet and cold conditions on the horizon.
The initial cold front will make landfall in the south-western part of the country on May 19, bringing wet and windy conditions that will primarily affect the western regions of the Western Cape.
Unfortunately, your washing will have to wait even longer, as May 20 (Tuesday) will see the severe weather extend further east, reaching the Namakwa District in the Northern Cape and eventually affecting parts of the Eastern Cape.
Rainfall accumulations are expected to vary between 15 to 25 mm, with higher elevations possibly receiving between 30 to 50 mm of precipitation. As a result of this persistent wet weather, localised flooding could ensue, notably in areas lacking adequate drainage and low-lying regions.
In addition to wet conditions, strong and gusty winds can be expected.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Citizen
3 hours ago
- The Citizen
Top 10 stories of the day: Eastern Cape floods kill 49
Here's your daily news update for Wednesday, 11 June 2025: An easy-to-read selection of our top stories. News today includes the tragic floods that have wreaked havoc in the Eastern Cape have claimed 49 lives. Meanwhile, the 39-year-old man charged with the brutal murder and mutilation of 14-year-old Likhona Fose appeared briefly in the Roodepoort Magistrate's Court on Wednesday, where his bail application was postponed amid strong opposition from the state. Furthermore, as the new Covid-19 variant spreads across China, South Africa is closely monitoring the Omicron descendant, NB.1.8.1, as health authorities prepare for its potential arrival. Weather tomorrow: 11 June 2025 Saws hasn't issued any severe weather alerts for Thursday, but South Africans can expect fine, cool and cold weather across most provinces, while parts of KwaZulu-Natal could experience morning rain. Full weather forecast here. Stay up to date with The Citizen – More News, Your Way. Eastern Cape flood disaster claims 49 lives as toll rises The tragic floods that have wreaked havoc in the Eastern Cape have claimed 49 lives. 'In all the years I have lived, I have never seen a disaster like this,' said Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane as he provided an update on the inclement weather on Wednesday afternoon. A shack surrounded by water after heavy rains fell in Motherwell on 10 June 2025 in Gqeberha, South Africa. It is reported that heavy rains and violent winds led to severe flooding and large-scale evacuations. Picture: Gallo Images/Die Burger/Lulama Zenzile The premier said the South African Police Service confirmed that 49 people have died so far. CONTINUE READING: Eastern Cape flood disaster claims 49 lives as toll rises 'Asi'Spani': Frustrated Gauteng ANCYL in an 'abusive relationship' with Lesufi The Gauteng ANC Youth League (ANCYL) has reached a boiling point and is not mincing its words when addressing Premier Panyaza Lesufi. The league briefed the media on Wednesday, addressing corruption and financial mismanagement within the provincial government. Premier of Gauteng Panyaza Lesufi. Picture: Nigel Sibanda Among others is the confirmation by Gauteng finance and economic development MEC Lebogang Maile last month was that R1.8 billion was returned to the National Treasury due to underspending in the province's annual budget, mainly from the health and education departments. CONTINUE READING: 'Asi'Spani': Frustrated Gauteng ANCYL in an 'abusive relationship' with Lesufi Likhona Fose's alleged killer previously convicted for attempted murder and robbery, case postponed The 39-year-old man charged with the brutal murder and mutilation of 14-year-old Likhona Fose appeared briefly in the Roodepoort Magistrate's Court on Wednesday, where his bail application was postponed amid strong opposition from the state. Mduduzi Mnisi faces charges in connection with the death of the Grade 8 pupil from Ikusasalethu Secondary School in Braamfischerville, Johannesburg, whose mutilated body was discovered in an empty field on 1 June 2025. Suspect in Likhona Fose murder case Mduduzi Mnisi in court. Picture: Screenshot: NewzroomAfrika/X The teenager's family believes her murder was motivated by homophobia, as she identified as lesbian. CONTINUE READING: Likhona Fose's alleged killer previously convicted for attempted murder and robbery, case postponed Leadership purges in MK could harm the party The expulsion and demotion of senior members may affect the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party and its reputation as a brand and drive away voters in the upcoming elections. This is the view of political analysts and a reputation management expert interviewed by The Citizen yesterday. uMkhonto weSizwe leader Jacob Zuma. Picture: Per-/Gallo Images They were reacting to the ongoing expulsion and demotion of members taking place on national and provincial levels. CONTINUE READING: Leadership purges in MK could harm the party New Covid-19 variant NB.1.8.1 spreads across Asia, NICD explains what to expect in SA As the new Covid-19 variant spreads across China, South Africa is closely monitoring the Omicron descendant, NB.1.8.1, as health authorities prepare for its potential arrival. According to the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD), as of Tuesday, 10 June 2025, the NB.1.8.1 variant has not been detected in South Africa. The new Covid-19 variant. Picture: iStock 'Data from the NICD's respiratory illness syndromic surveillance programmes, which operate in selected public and private hospitals and outpatient facilities, show that the number of SARS-CoV-2 infections is currently low,' it said. CONTINUE READING: New Covid-19 variant NB.1.8.1 spreads across Asia, NICD explains what to expect in SA Here are five more stories of the day: Yesterday's News recap READ HERE: Likhona Fose suspect arrested | City Power warns of grid pressure | More snow expected
eNCA
4 hours ago
- eNCA
Death toll in Eastern Cape floods rises to 49
MTHATHA, Eastern Cape - The death toll from flooding in the Eastern Cape has risen to 49, including four children on a school bus that was swept away, a provincial governor said Wednesday. Heavy rainfall, snow and cold winds have particularly affected areas of the Eastern Cape province, with most of the country experiencing brutal winter weather conditions since last week. "As of now, the stats have escalated to 49 deaths," Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane told reporters, citing police figures. The dead included four children on a school minibus bus carrying 13 people that was swept away by a flood near the city of Mthatha, Mabuyane said. "Sadly, four of those learners have been confirmed to be deceased, together with the driver and the conductor of the minibus taxi," he said. "Four learners are still missing and are still being looked for." Three others had been found alive, he said. Mabuyane did not give details of the other victims of the severe winter storm and said the situation was evolving. "Search and recovery operations are continuing across all affected areas," he said. The torrential rains over recent days, which also caused landslides, had forced hundreds of families to leave their homes and "significant damage on critical infrastructures", he said. On Tuesday, three children were rescued after spending hours in trees to escape rising waters, authorities said. Lack of resources Several hundred people had been displaced since Monday, mainly from OR Tambo and Amathole districts, with some moved to schools and town halls. Mabuyane told public broadcaster SABC News earlier that only one helicopter was available in the province. "We need more resources," he said. "We have never experienced disasters like this but now it's inevitable with climate change and global warming." President Cyril Ramaphosa said in a statement that harsh winter conditions "remain life-threatening" adding that emergency services, including support from the National Disaster Management Centre, were "giving the requisite attention to crises as they unfold". He called on South Africans "to display caution, care and cooperation as the worst impacts of winter weather take effect". South Africa's national weather service has warned that severe and extreme winter weather conditions would persist until at least the middle of this week. Snow and heavy rainfall are common during winter in South Africa but the country is also highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate variability and change, which increases the frequency and severity of drought, floods and wildfires, according to the Green Climate Fund.
The Citizen
6 hours ago
- The Citizen
Weather alert: Fine, cool and cold weather across SA, with morning rain in KZN
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 12 June 2025. The South African Weather Service (Saws) has released its latest weather forecast for Thursday, 12 June 2025. Saws hasn't issued any severe weather alerts for Thursday, but South Africans can expect fine, cool and cold weather across most provinces, while parts of KwaZulu-Natal could experience morning rain. Here's what you need to know. Weather update for today and tomorrow, 11-12 June 2025: Fine and cold to cool but partly cloudy with light rain and showers along the east and south-east coast.⚠️ Damaging winds and waves#saws #SAWeather — SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) June 11, 2025 Weather warnings, Thursday, 12 June Impact-based warnings The weather service hasn't issued any severe weather alerts for Thursday. ALSO READ: Thousands vulnerable as freezing weather grips Gauteng Provincial weather forecast Here's what to expect in your province on Thursday, 12 June: Gauteng: Residents of Gauteng can expect morning fog patches in the south, otherwise conditions will be fine and cold but cool in the north. The region's expected UVB sunburn index is 'high'. Residents should take the necessary precautions against prolonged sun exposure. Mpumalanga: Morning fog patches are expected over the highveld, otherwise the weather will be fine and cold to cool. Limpopo: The day will be fine and cool. North West: Morning fog patches await North West residents in the south and west, otherwise the day will be fine and cold to cool. Free State: Residents can expect morning fog patches in the west, otherwise it will be fine and cold. Northern Cape: The day will start with morning fog patches in the east, otherwise it will be fine and cold to cool but warm in the in the extreme north-west. Frost can be expected over the southern interior and a possibility of dust storms over the extreme north-west. Western Cape: Western Cape residents can expect partly cloudy conditions with morning fog patches over the western interior of the south coast including the southern Overberg region, otherwise it will be fine and cold to cool. Eastern Cape (western half): The day will start with morning frost in the extreme north-east, otherwise it will be fine and cold but cool along the coast. Eastern Cape (eastern half): Expect fine and cold but cool conditions along the coast. Morning frost is expected over the northern high ground, otherwise it will be fine and cold but cool along the coast. KwaZulu-Natal: Residents of KwaZulu-Natal can expect morning rain in the north-east, otherwise the weather will be fine and cool but cold in the southwest. The region's expected UVB sunburn index is 'very high'. Residents should take the necessary precautions against prolonged sun exposure.
