The weather across Central and Eastern South Africa is becoming increasingly unsettled. Overnight rains have swept through the Western and Central regions, leaving residents to prepare for potential thunderstorms on Sunday. As predictions indicate, these thunderstorms will extend across various areas, marking a significant shift in weather patterns.
Authorities have issued warnings for disruptive heavy rains expected this Sunday. Regions from the Northwest down to parts of KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape are particularly at risk. These severe thunderstorms could bring damaging winds, hail, and localized flooding, urging residents to remain extra cautious.
Sunday's weather will see temperatures in the upper teens and lower 20s across much of South Africa. Specific areas like Pietermaritzburg could reach highs of 30 degrees, while Johannesburg is predicted to enjoy a warm 26 degrees. Towards the upcoming week, forecasts suggest continued thunderstorms in the eastern parts while the Western regions remain dry and warm.
Good morning, welcome to the weather desk. A noticeable change in the weather has been observed across much of Central and Eastern South Africa. The unsettled conditions are due to overnight rains in the Western and Central regions. As we move into Sunday, the thunderstorms previously affecting the Western and Eastern Cape will extend into the eastern areas of the country, influencing regions from the Northwest through the Free State down into parts of KwaZulu-Natal. Weather advisories indicate that disruptive heavy rains are expected on Sunday, notably affecting areas from the Northwest down into parts of KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. Severe thunderstorms may produce damaging hail and winds, leading to localized flooding in certain regions. Residents in these areas should exercise heightened caution as they go about their day. Morning temperatures across much of the nation are predicted to range from the upper teens to lower 20s, with colder conditions noted in the southern regions. In terms of temperatures, the afternoon promises to bring highs in the lower and mid 20s for the Eastern Cape. Meanwhile, temperatures are forecasted to peak at 30 degrees in cities like Pietermaritzburg, while Johannesburg is expected to reach a comfortable 26 degrees. Coastal cities such as Cape Town will enjoy cooler temperatures around 23 degrees. Looking ahead to the week, more widespread thunderstorms are anticipated across the eastern parts of the country, alongside the potential for flooding in KwaZulu-Natal, while conditions in the western regions will remain warm and dry.
