Monday’s weather across South Africa presents predominantly fine and breezy conditions inland, while parts of the coast can expect widespread rain and showers.
Weather alert: Fine and windy conditions with coastal rain
The interior, including cities such as Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, and Kimberley, will experience mild temperatures with increased wind activity.
Coastal cities such as Cape Town and George face cloudy conditions with moderate to strong north-westerly winds and possible precipitation in the west.
Notably, the day includes weather-related warnings affecting specific sectors and regions.
Weather warnings issued for Monday, 4 August 2025
Yellow Level 1 Warning: Damaging Waves
Coastal areas between Saldanha Bay and Cape Agulhas are expected to experience damaging waves from the evening.
This may result in localised disruption to beachfront activities and hazards for small vessels. The warning extends from Alexander Bay to Plettenberg Bay on Tuesday.
A Level 1 alert suggests minimal but cautionary impacts, especially for those engaging in marine and shoreline operations.
Yellow Level 1 Warning: Damaging Interior Winds
Central regions of the Northern Cape and Central Karoo in the Western Cape will face interior winds that could damage informal settlements and increase the risk of runaway fires.
These winds may also pose problems for high-sided vehicles. A Level 1 alert denotes localised impacts and a need for preparedness among transport and infrastructure sectors.
Fire Danger Warning
Extremely high fire danger conditions are forecasted in:
The Central Karoo District (Western Cape) !Kheis and Siyathemba (Northern Cape), Dr Beyers Naude, Blue Crane, Raymond Mhlaba, Amahlathi, Intsika Yethu, Great Kei, and Mnquma(Eastern Cape).
These conditions signify elevated wildfire risks due to dry and windy weather.
Residents and authorities in affected municipalities should exercise extreme caution, especially with open flames or machinery that may spark fires.
