South Africa weather warnings for Tuesday, 2 September 2025

South Africa weather forecast for 2 September 2025: Yellow Level 2 wind warning issued; fire risks elevated in Free State, North West, and Northern Cape.

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today's weather warning South Africa 2 September 2025

The weather across South Africa on Tuesday, 2 September 2025, will be dominated by fine and warm conditions with strong interior winds and heightened fire risks in central regions.

While many parts of the country can expect clear skies and elevated temperatures, a Yellow Level 2 warning has been issued for damaging winds that may cause localised damage and contribute to the rapid spread of wildfires.

Weather warnings issued for Tuesday, 2 September 2025

  • Yellow Level 2 Warning for Damaging Winds – Strong, gusty winds are expected across:
    • Eastern Northern Cape
    • Central and Western Free State – including Bloemfontein (31°C)
    • North West Province – particularly Mahikeng (32°C) and Vryburg (32°C)
    This warning indicates an increased likelihood of wind-related impacts such as structural damage to informal dwellings, blowing dust, and hazardous fire behaviour. Level 2 signifies a moderate risk, with localised damage possible, and is issued when the weather poses some risk to life or property.
  • Extremely High Fire Danger Conditions – The risk of runaway fires is significantly elevated over the central interior. Contributing factors include dry vegetation, warm temperatures, and strong winds. Communities in the affected zones should avoid outdoor burning and remain alert to potential fire outbreaks.

Regional weather overview

  • Gauteng:
    • Pretoria, Johannesburg, Vereeniging: Fine and hot with highs of 30°C. UVB Index: Very High.
  • Limpopo and Mpumalanga:
    • Mbombela and Polokwane: Cloudy and foggy early, clearing to sunny skies with maximums of 31°C and 29°C respectively.
  • Central Provinces:
    • Bloemfontein, Kimberley, Upington: Fine and windy, with temperatures ranging from 31°C to 36°C.
  • Western Cape:
    • Cape Town: Partly cloudy with a fresh to strong south-westerly breeze. High of 21°C.
    • George: Warmer at 26°C with partly cloudy skies.
  • Eastern Coastline:
    • Gqeberha, East London, Durban, Richards Bay: Partly cloudy with coastal breezes and highs between 24°C and 27°C.
  • KwaZulu-Natal Interior:
    • Pietermaritzburg: Morning fog, otherwise clear and warm at 28°C.

The Seasonal Climate Watch indicates continued above-normal temperatures countrywide during early spring. While the eastern and south-eastern regions may benefit from increased rainfall, central and western regions remain dry.

These environmental factors continue to support elevated fire danger and health risks related to UV exposure.