Here’s a comprehensive outlook on the South Africa weather forecast for Saturday, 21 September 2024.
Weather warnings and advisories to take note of on Saturday, 21 September 2024
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Saturday, 21 September 2024:
- Orange Level 6 Warning: Disruptive snow is expected over the north-eastern parts of the Free State, south-western parts of KwaZulu-Natal, and north-eastern parts of the Eastern Cape, causing service disruptions and cutting off communities.
- Yellow Level 2 Warning:
- Disruptive snow over parts of the Free State, Eastern Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal, leading to traffic disruptions and possible closures of non-major passes.
- Disruptive rain expected in parts of KwaZulu-Natal, with localized flooding and difficult driving conditions.
- Strong winds causing risks to high-sided vehicles in the western interior of the Northern Cape.
Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg forecast: Here’s what to expect on Saturday, 21 September 2024
Cape Town
On Saturday, Cape Town will experience mostly sunny skies with a high of 19°C and a low of 10°C. Winds will come from the southeast at 26 km/h, providing a moderate breeze, while no rainfall is expected throughout the day. The UV index will be high, so it’s advisable to take precautions if spending extended periods outdoors.
Durban
Durban will experience cool and rainy conditions throughout the day with temperatures ranging from 13°C to 15°C. Winds will be moderate, coming from the southwest at 18 km/h, and the cloud cover will be dense at 100%. There is an 80% chance of rain, making it a day with high precipitation.
Johannesburg
Johannesburg will experience cold and rainy conditions with temperatures ranging from 6°C to 8°C. There is a 30% chance of rain throughout the day, with moderate easterly winds reaching speeds of up to 26 km/h. The day will remain overcast, contributing to a chilly and damp atmosphere as the cold front impacts the region.
South Africa weather forecast: Here’s what to expect on Saturday, 21 September 2024
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- Gauteng: Cloudy and cold to very cold with light rain at times.
- Mpumalanga: Cloudy and cold to very cold with scattered showers and thundershowers, isolated in the west. Snow is possible along the escarpment and southern Highveld.
- Limpopo: Cloudy and cold with isolated showers, scattered along the escarpment.
- North West Province: Cloudy, windy, and cold with isolated light showers, except in the extreme northwest.
- Free State: Cloudy, windy, and cold to very cold with isolated to scattered showers. Snow possible in the eastern and southern parts, especially along the Lesotho border.
- Northern Cape: Partly cloudy in the east, cold with isolated showers, fine, and cool to warm in the west.
- Western Cape: Partly cloudy in the northeast in the morning, otherwise fine and cool to warm.
- Western Half of the Eastern Cape: Cloudy and cool, cold in the northeast, becoming partly cloudy in the afternoon.
- Eastern Half of the Eastern Cape: Cloudy and cold, very cold over the interior, with isolated showers and rain, scattered along the Wild Coast. Snow expected in high-lying areas.
- KwaZulu-Natal: Cloudy and cold to very cold with widespread showers and rain, scattered in the south. Snow expected in the western and southwestern parts.
We will continue to update this report as more information becomes available. Stay tuned for the latest weather news and advisories.
