worldweatherHot days and overnight relief
6 of 7 days ≥30°CThe high comes from the warmest place and the low from the coldest. These values may come from different cities in the country.
Weather in South Africa - today, tomorrow and 14-day forecast
Forecast updated: Tuesday 3 NovemberWeather history: NASA POWER · 1981-2025
Weather warnings
Thunderstorms10 bulletins · in effect today
Areas incl.: Thaba Chweu / Sabie, Lekwa / Standerton, eMkhondo / eMkhondo / Piet Retief, Msukaligwa / Ermelo, Pixley Ka Seme / Amersfoort, Elias Motsoaledi / Groblersdal
Lightning, wind gusts, hail and torrential rain possible. Avoid open spaces and tall trees.
Source: national weather service via the WMO Severe Weather Information Centre, as of 2026-11-03 04:24:14 UTC. 10 active bulletins in total. See alerts worldwide →
Weather in the coming days
What will the week bring? South Africa
3 November South Africa: the high will be about 32°C and the low 6°C. Light rainfall - around 1.6 mm. 4 November it will be warmer: with a high of about 34°C.
Temperatures show the highest daily maximum and lowest minimum across 10 cities and regions - they may come from different places. Historical temperatures use the same calculation for the same locations. Rainfall and wind are medians. Compare local conditions on the map.
32°C
maximum on Tue 3 Nov
Temperature, rainfall and historical comparison
Weather forecast compared with previous years
Choose a day to see the details. Temperatures show the daily high and low.
Forecast: daily highTypical range 1991-2020
Selected day in detail
Tuesday 3 November
Daily high32°CUsually 29-35°C
Daily low6°CColdest part of the day
Rainfall total1.6 mmLight rainfall
Maximum wind speed26 km/hForecast wind speed
Within the usual range. The historical comparison uses daily highs at this time of year. The daily rainfall total shows the amount of rain forecast across the full day.
Full day-by-day forecast - table
| Date | Max. / min. | Rain | Typical daily high | Max. wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 3 November | 32° / 6° | 1.6 mm | 29-35°C | 26 km/h |
| Wednesday 4 November | 34° / 7° | 0.6 mm | 29-35°C | 21 km/h |
| Thursday 5 November | 36° / 7° | 0.7 mm | 29-35°C | 35 km/h |
| Friday 6 November | 35° / 6° | 2.1 mm | 29-35°C | 29 km/h |
| Saturday 7 November | 32° / 4° | 1.3 mm | 29-35°C | 30 km/h |
| Sunday 8 November | 29° / 3° | 1 mm | 29-35°C | 26 km/h |
| Monday 9 November | 32° / 6° | 1.8 mm | 30-35°C | 26 km/h |
| Tuesday 10 November | 35° / 9° | 0.3 mm | 30-36°C | 25 km/h |
| Wednesday 11 November | 35° / 8° | 0.6 mm | 30-36°C | 24 km/h |
| Thursday 12 November | 36° / 6° | 1.6 mm | 29-36°C | 23 km/h |
| Friday 13 November | 36° / 6° | 2.9 mm | 29-36°C | 22 km/h |
| Saturday 14 November | 34° / 7° | 4 mm | 29-35°C | 27 km/h |
| Sunday 15 November | 33° / 5° | 2.1 mm | 29-35°C | 36 km/h |
| Monday 16 November | 32° / 6° | 2.3 mm | 29-35°C | 23 km/h |
What stands out this week?
Temperature changes
Drop of 3°CFrom 6 November to 7 November. This is the day-to-day change in the forecast high.
Will it rain?
5 days with rain ≥1 mm7-day total: 9 mm. Across 45 historical seasons, the typical range for the same dates was 3-16 mm.
This summary covers the first 7 forecast days. A rainy day has at least 1 mm of rain. The historical comparison shows how often such days occurred in previous years.
Where will it be warmer or less rainy?
Compare the next 7 days by temperature, rainfall and sightseeing comfort.
| Place | Average daily high | Compared with normal | Rainfall total | Days with rain ≥1 mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Cape | 21°C | -5.4°C | 4.1 mm | 3 / 7 |
| Cape Town | 21°C | +2.5°C | 7.1 mm | 2 / 7 |
| Port Elizabeth | 23°C | +1.5°C | 6.2 mm | 2 / 7 |
| East London | 23°C | +1.1°C | 13.5 mm | 4 / 7 |
| Durban | 23°C | +0.8°C | 49.4 mm | 4 / 7 |
| Johannesburg | 28°C | -0.8°C | 23.1 mm | 4 / 7 |
| Soweto | 28°C | -0.3°C | 23.7 mm | 5 / 7 |
| Pretoria | 31°C | -0.5°C | 32.5 mm | 5 / 7 |
| Bloemfontein | 32°C | +1.9°C | 17.7 mm | 3 / 7 |
| Welkom | 32°C | +1.8°C | 12.2 mm | 4 / 7 |
Difference from the average historical median daily highs for these dates. Each city is compared with its own normal.
Weather history 1981-2025
NASA POWERThe same week in previous years
How warm was this week in previous years?
Each bar shows the average daily high during the same 7-day period in each year.
cooler yearstypical rangewarmer years2026 forecastcurrent forecast
From 1981 to 2025, the 3-9 Nov period averaged 32°C by day. The coolest year was 1986 (27°C) and the warmest was 1981 (38°C). The current forecast averages 33°C - close to the historical median.
How do we compare the forecast with history?
The forecast chart band shows the 20th-80th percentiles of NASA POWER daily highs from 1991-2020, using the date and a ±7-calendar-day window. The line shows the forecast daily high. The year-by-year chart compares average highs over the same seven dates.
NASA POWER (MERRA-2) data describe conditions in the grid cell covering the location. Elevation and local conditions can affect the comparison. Temperatures show the highest daily maximum and lowest minimum across 10 cities and regions - they may come from different places. Historical temperatures use the same calculation for the same locations. Rainfall and wind are medians. Compare local conditions on the map.
NASA POWER source and methodologyWeather in cities and regions
Weather map South Africa
Compare temperatures and rainfall. Select a city for the full forecast.
Plan your trip
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What else should you know before travelling?
What weather is typical in the following weeks?
For dates beyond the 14-day forecast, we show typical conditions based on historical data.
Tue 17 Nov - Mon 30 Nov33°C / 10°Cusual daily high / low
Tue 1 Dec - Thu 17 Dec33°C / 11°Cusual daily high / low
Average of the daily medians for the following dates from 1991-2020. A comparison based on historical data.
Downloadable forecast graphic
Right now temperatures across South Africa range from 17° to 31°. Below: today's conditions city by city, a live weather map, the 14-day outlook and month-by-month climate to help you pick the best time to travel.
Country values are the median of forecasts from 10 cities; the range shows local differences. Methodology.
UV index in South Africa - is it safe to sunbathe?
Today the UV index in South Africa is 10 (very high) - unprotected fair skin can burn in about 20 minutes. SPF 50, long sleeves and shade between 10:00 and 16:00.
Sea temperature - South Africa
| Beach | Water today | Water week avg | Waves | How's the water? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durban | 23℃ | 23℃ | 1.6 m | pleasant |
| Port Elizabeth | 20℃ | 20℃ | 1.6 m | brisk |
| East London | 19℃ | 19℃ | 1.4 m | brisk |
| Cape Town | 14℃ | 15℃ | 1.6 m | very cold |
Sea-surface temperature from marine models, updated daily. See also: where the sea is warmest right now.
Air quality and smog in South Africa
| City | PM2.5 (µg/m³) | PM10 (µg/m³) | Air quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witbank | 47.1 | 47.5 | moderate |
| Benoni | 20.8 | 21 | good |
| Tembisa | 20.8 | 21 | good |
| Centurion | 20 | 20.3 | good |
| Welkom | 18 | 18.6 | good |
| Pretoria | 16.7 | 16.9 | good |
| Newcastle | 16.6 | 16.7 | good |
| Vereeniging | 16.4 | 16.6 | good |
| Krugersdorp | 14.7 | 15 | good |
| Johannesburg | 14.3 | 14.5 | good |
| Soweto | 14.3 | 14.5 | good |
| Richards Bay | 10 | 14.1 | very good |
| Durban | 7.7 | 12.9 | very good |
| Port Elizabeth | 7.1 | 8.9 | very good |
| Botshabelo | 6.7 | 7.1 | very good |
| East London | 6 | 8.5 | very good |
| Cape Town | 5.6 | 7.7 | very good |
| Bloemfontein | 2.7 | 2.9 | very good |
| Uitenhage | 2.7 | 3.5 | very good |
CAMS air-quality model data provided by Open-Meteo, updated daily. Colours represent PM2.5 concentration bands. Data time: 2026-11-03 04:00.
South Africa weather through the year
| Month | Day | Night | Chance of rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January ★ | 28°C | 17°C | 17% |
| February ★ | 28°C | 17°C | 12% |
| March ★ | 26°C | 16°C | 23% |
| April ★ | 24°C | 13°C | 12% |
| May | 22°C | 10°C | 4% |
| June | 19°C | 8°C | 5% |
| July | 20°C | 7°C | 2% |
| August | 21°C | 8°C | 2% |
| September | 25°C | 11°C | 10% |
| October ★ | 26°C | 13°C | 16% |
| November ★ | 27°C | 14°C | 25% |
| December ★ | 28°C | 16°C | 12% |
★ - months most often recommended for travel
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South Africa weather month by month - when is the best time to go?
Compare temperatures, rainfall and city weather for each month.
South Africa weather - other months
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Weather in other countries in Africa
Public holidays in South Africa - when are the long weekends?
Next long weekend in South Africa: Christmas Day (25 December, Friday) - Friday–Sunday (3 days off).
2026
16 DecemberWednesday
Day of Reconciliation
25 DecemberFriday
Christmas Day
long weekend26 DecemberSaturday
Day of Goodwill
falls on a weekend2027
1 JanuaryFriday
New Year's Day
long weekend22 MarchMonday
Human Rights Day
long weekend26 MarchFriday
Good Friday
long weekend29 MarchMonday
Family Day
long weekend27 AprilTuesday
Freedom Day
long weekend + bridge day1 MaySaturday
Workers' Day
falls on a weekend16 JuneWednesday
Youth Day
9 AugustMonday
National Women's Day
long weekend24 SeptemberFriday
Heritage Day
long weekendPublic holidays (statutory days off) - shops, offices and some attractions may be closed. A "bridge day" is a workday between a holiday and the weekend worth taking as leave. Lunar holiday dates marked as tentative may shift by one day after the official announcement.
Calendar sources
Weather and travel dates: South Africa
Based on the historical data in the climate table for this location.
Warmest months
Average daytime temperature: 28°C
Coolest months
Average daytime temperature: 19°C
Lowest share of days with precipitation
Share of days with precipitation: 2%
Before you travel
Check the forecast daytime and nighttime temperatures, precipitation and current warnings. Use them to choose clothing and plan outdoor activities.
Official travel information
Select your destination on the government website and check the latest advice. Entry requirements depend on factors including citizenship and the purpose of your trip.
FAQ - South Africa weather
What will the weather be like today and tomorrow?
3 November South Africa: the high will be about 32°C and the low 6°C. Light rainfall - around 1.6 mm. 4 November it will be warmer: with a high of about 34°C.
Will it rain in the coming days?
7-day total: 9 mm. Across 45 historical seasons, the typical range for the same dates was 3-16 mm.
What does the typical range on the chart mean?
It is the range between the 20th and 80th percentiles of NASA POWER daily highs from 1991-2020 for this time of year.
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