South Africa Weather Update 2025 : South Africans should experience a mix of extreme weather conditions this weekend, with forecasters warning of scorched temperatures, severe thunderstorms, and turbulent seas in various parts across the country. The unusual weather pattern is bound to affect both inland and coastal regions with threats that are not to be ignored by residents on the ground.
The High Temperatures Are Inland While The Cool Temperatures Are At The Coast.
Coastal cities like Durban and Gqeberha may experience a cool atmospheric temperature along the lines of 20 °C throughout Saturday and rise a bit on the Sunday. Cape Town kicks off its weekend dry and warm, with a chance of showers later on.
The inland provinces will not be that lucky. Johannesburg will record high temperatures of about 29 °C, while Pretoria, Bloemfontein, and Upington could record temperatures soaring to around 30-36 °C. Prolonged heat in these areas could cause health hazards like dehydration and heat exhaustion.
Thunderstorms And Heavy Rain In The East
Thunderstorms have been forecast USA with enviable rarity to be eventuated in by daylight along the coming weekend, and the eastern reaches of the Free State and the northern province of KwaZulu-Natal are mostly affected.
- Fewest severe thunderstorms will saturate the raging skies of Bethlehem, Drakensberg, Pietermaritzburg, Ladysmith, and Newcastle on Saturday, mostly afternoons, passing into evening, with nearly all reports coming in of heavy rain casts, peals of thundering, and gusty winds.
- On Sunday, the storm’s threat will stretch further to the northern KZN coast and some bits of the central interior such as De Aar and Aliwal North, holding a 60% probability for rainfall that can cause localized flooding and transport disturbances.
Rough Seas Along The East Coast
A maritime warning on rough seas is in place for the east coast from Port Alfred to Durban and beyond. The strong winds and heavy swell will pose a danger to smaller vessels, and they could even interrupt harbor activities. Those along the coast and members of the fishing fraternity should exercise caution.
How To Stay Safe This Weekend
With so many weather hazards at play, residents are advised to take common safety measures:
- Keep abreast of weather updates and alerts.
- Avoid outdoor activities in storm-prone zones in afternoons and evenings.
- Hydrate well and stay away from heavy sun exposure in inland areas going through their heatwave.
- Coastal areas should hold back from the craft of small boats and practice caution near shorelines.
- Have essentials for in-the-making outages or unexpected floods.
A Weekend Of Contrast
This weekend practically juxtaposes the confines of inland and coastal weather. Where some areas have been granted a calming cool relief, the others are undergoing their heat, dangerous thunderstorms, and obstreperous seas. It is, thus, a reminder for the households across South Africa: Weather-awareness is more than just convenience; it is about safety.
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