If you’re finding it tricky to pick your outfit for today, don’t worry – the weather across South Africa’s nine provinces will offer some guidance.
Whether you’re in the mood for sunshine or cooler, rainy weather, we’ve got you covered with the latest forecast for Monday, 6 January.
Gauteng: Cloudy and Warm with Showers
In Gauteng, expect a blend of cloudy skies and warm temperatures throughout the day.
There will be on-and-off showers and the possibility of thundershowers.
The UVB sunburn index is low, so there’s no need to worry about getting burnt if you’re heading outdoors.
Fun Fact About Gauteng
Did you know that Gauteng is South Africa’s smallest province in terms of land area, measuring just 18,178 square kilometers? Despite its size, it holds the largest population, with about 16 million residents.
Mpumalanga: Fog, Cool Weather, and Hot Lowveld
Mpumalanga kicks off the day with morning fog along the escarpment, giving way to cloudy and cool-to-warm conditions elsewhere.
Expect some showers and thundershowers, particularly in the Lowveld area, where temperatures will be hot.
Fun Fact About Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga is the second smallest province but is home to around 4.7 million people.
Its capital is Mbombela (formerly Nelspruit), a city well-known for its natural beauty.
Limpopo: Showers and Thundershowers Expected
Limpopo will start with morning fog along the escarpment, followed by cloudy skies and warm to hot weather.
Widespread showers and thundershowers are expected, though lighter rain may fall in the extreme northeastern areas.
Fun Fact About Limpopo
Limpopo ranks as the fifth largest province, covering 125,754 square kilometers.
With a population of 5.9 million, it remains an important part of the country’s economy and culture.
North West: Cloudy and Warm with Showers
Expect a day of cloudy skies and warm temperatures in the North West, with scattered to widespread showers and thundershowers throughout the province.
Fun Fact About North West
The North West is the sixth largest province, covering 104,882 square kilometers.
Its capital, Mahikeng, is a city known for its historical relevance in South African politics.
Free State: Cloudy with Showers in the East
In the Free State, conditions will remain cloudy with cool to warm temperatures.
Showers and thundershowers are expected in the eastern parts, while the western side of the province will stay dry.
Fun Fact About the Free State
The Free State is South Africa’s third-largest province, covering an area of 129,825 square kilometers.
Bloemfontein, the capital, is not only the province’s largest city but also serves as South Africa’s judicial capital.
Northern Cape: Warm with Showers and Strong Winds
The Northern Cape will experience cool temperatures along the coast, while the inland areas will be warm to hot with partly cloudy skies.
Expect showers and thundershowers in the northeast, but by the afternoon, the western regions will clear up.
Winds will be fresh to strong along the coast.
Fun Fact About the Northern Cape
As South Africa’s largest province, the Northern Cape spans an impressive 372,889 square kilometers.
However, it has the smallest population, with just over 1.3 million people.
Western Cape: Cloudy with Fine Conditions in the West
In the Western Cape, cloudy skies will dominate the east during the morning hours, while the western interior will remain partly cloudy and fine.
The weather will be cool to warm, with hot conditions expected in some western areas.
Coastal winds will vary from light to moderate, and the UVB sunburn index will be extreme.
Fun Fact About the Western Cape
The Western Cape is the fourth largest province by land area and boasts a population of around 7.2 million people.
Its capital, Cape Town, is internationally renowned for its natural beauty.
Eastern Cape: Mixed Conditions Across the Province
The Eastern Cape will have varying conditions.
The western half will be partly cloudy and warm with light showers, while the eastern half will experience cooler and more cloudy conditions with scattered showers and rain.
Winds will be moderate to light along the coast, shifting throughout the day.
Fun Fact About the Eastern Cape
As the second largest province, the Eastern Cape covers 168,966 square kilometers.
It is home to a population of 6.7 million and is known for its rich cultural heritage.
The provincial capital, Bhisho, holds historical significance.
KwaZulu-Natal: Warm with Showers
KwaZulu-Natal will see warm temperatures in the northeast, with other areas experiencing cloudy and cool conditions along with scattered showers and thundershowers.
The UVB sunburn index will remain low.
Fun Fact About KwaZulu-Natal
With 11.5 million people, KwaZulu-Natal is South Africa’s second most populous province.
Its capital city, Pietermaritzburg, is famous for its role in South Africa’s history.
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