The weather on Sunday, 27 July 2025, across South Africa features a mix of fine and unsettled conditions, with impactful weather phenomena expected in select coastal and interior regions. While most inland areas will experience partly cloudy skies with isolated showers and thundershowers, strong coastal winds and waves, coupled with elevated fire risks in the Northern Cape, signal the need for vigilance and preparedness.
Weather warnings issued for Sunday, 27 July 2025
- Yellow Level 2 Warning: Damaging Wind and Waves (Coastal KZN)Areas between Port Edward and Kosi Bay, including coastal cities like Richards Bay and Durban, can expect hazardous sea conditions. This warning indicates the potential for localised disruptions to beachfront operations and challenges for small vessels due to steep, short-period waves. A Level 2 alert signifies moderately impactful weather, requiring public caution and possible response actions.
- Yellow Level 1 Warning: Damaging Interior Winds (Northern Cape)Richtersveld and Nama-Khoi municipalities within the Namakwa District are forecast to face strong interior winds. These may lead to reduced visibility due to blowing dust and potential disruptions to transport services. A Level 1 alert indicates low-intensity impacts that can escalate in vulnerable areas; precaution is advised when travelling or engaging in outdoor activities.
- Fire Danger Warning: Extremely High Risk (Northern Cape)Extremely high fire danger conditions prevail over the Richtersveld municipality. The dry, windy environment heightens the risk of veld fires, especially in areas with flammable vegetation. Residents should refrain from open burning and adhere strictly to local fire regulations.
Weather Overview by Region
- Gauteng (Pretoria, Johannesburg, Vereeniging): Partly cloudy with isolated showers and thundershowers; highs near 20°C.
- Eastern Cape (East London, Gqeberha): Cloudy with rain early, clearing later; strong winds persist.
- KwaZulu-Natal (Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Richards Bay): Cloudy with light rain and moderate to strong coastal winds.
- Northern Cape and Free State: Generally fine and cool; windy in select areas with very high fire danger in Richtersveld.
- Western Cape (Cape Town, George): Fine in Cape Town, with lingering light rain in George.
This forecast reflects ongoing cool, windy conditions intensified by a coastal weather system. The South African Weather Service advises monitoring local alerts and adjusting travel or outdoor plans accordingly.