Cloudy skies and rain ahead for Gauteng
According to Mpho Rasimphi, a forecaster, the weather system will intensify Friday overnight, bringing a 60% chance of rain over Tshwane and surrounding areas.
Johannesburg is forecast to peak at 24°C on Friday, offering mild daytime warmth before the weekend cools.
The wet weather will continue into Saturday, with showers stretching from Gauteng into the Free State and North West.
'It will be a warm day in Gauteng, as temperatures will remain in the mid-20s,' Rasimphi noted.
As the rain lingers over the weekend, cooler nights will take hold across Gauteng. Some areas in the central interior are expected to experience minimum temperatures below 10°C. The combination of rain and cooler air could prompt residents to prepare for damp mornings and chilly evenings.
Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1.
Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The South African
a day ago
- The South African
Persistent rain expected across KwaZulu-Natal coastal areas
KwaZulu-Natal's coastal belt, including Durban, will experience a wet Friday with showers extending into the weekend. Forecaster Mpho Rasimphi said, 'We expect rainy conditions for Durban and surrounding areas, with temperatures peaking at around 24°C on Friday.' The wet spell will cover coastal and some inland regions, with surrounding towns expecting cooler conditions and highs around 23°C. Saturday will see rain extending from KwaZulu-Natal into the Eastern Cape and parts of the interior. 'Rainy conditions are set to persist into Saturday, particularly along the coast, while inland regions will remain cool and damp,' Rasimphi said. Despite the persistent showers, maximum temperatures in many KZN areas will remain mild in the low to mid-20s. Overnight lows in Durban are forecast at around 17°C, while inland areas will experience cooler nights. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
a day ago
- The South African
Cloudy skies and rain ahead for Gauteng
Gauteng residents should brace for a cloudy Friday, 15 August, with widespread showers expected for the weekend. According to Mpho Rasimphi, a forecaster, the weather system will intensify Friday overnight, bringing a 60% chance of rain over Tshwane and surrounding areas. Johannesburg is forecast to peak at 24°C on Friday, offering mild daytime warmth before the weekend cools. The wet weather will continue into Saturday, with showers stretching from Gauteng into the Free State and North West. 'It will be a warm day in Gauteng, as temperatures will remain in the mid-20s,' Rasimphi noted. As the rain lingers over the weekend, cooler nights will take hold across Gauteng. Some areas in the central interior are expected to experience minimum temperatures below 10°C. The combination of rain and cooler air could prompt residents to prepare for damp mornings and chilly evenings. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
2 days ago
- The South African
Thundershowers expected in parts of KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal residents in the southern parts should brace for wet weather tomorrow. Showers and thundershowers are forecast across various parts of the province. Forecaster Phemelo Zonke said the cold front is driving unstable weather over the southeastern regions, affecting both inland and coastal areas. Early morning fog patches are expected in some areas, potentially reducing visibility to less than a kilometre. Motorists are urged to drive cautiously during the morning commute. Zonke advised, 'Fog can set in quickly and unexpectedly in coastal and inland valleys. Keep headlights on low beam, maintain safe following distances, and avoid sudden stops.' Tomorrow, showers and rain will also affect the Eastern Cape's southern coastline, while thundershowers will occur in the Northern Cape and Free State. KwaZulu-Natal's interior will remain cooler, while coastal cities may see warmer breaks between showers. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
