South Africa weather alert for October 17, 2024 corresponds to a number of important alerts and conditions across different regions:
Severe Storms: Yellow Level 1 warnings continue for damaging winds and waves along stretches between East London and Durban. Activity in harbors will be difficult and navigation will be dangerous for small craft.
Johannesburg stands to enjoy a warm day, while isolated showers may be experienced in the south. Cape Town cools down, with partly cloudy skies. Durban shall be warm, at times with storms.
Thunderstorms High, very severe thunderstorms, with strong winds, heavy downpours, and hail are expected in the western Free State, North-West, Northern Cape, and parts of Eastern Cape.
Fire Danger Extremely high fire danger warnings have been issued for the Northern Cape and the Sundays River Valley Municipality in the Eastern Cape.
As South Africa steers into summer, many areas in the country have a mixed bag of temperature patterns with major cities being at the receiving end of both warm and cool conditions. Here is today’s weather forecast, plus the most important alerts in the popular regions.
South Africa Weather Forecast for Today
Pretoria: Warm Day Ahead
- High: 26°C
- Low: 10°C
The conditions in Pretoria are warm and sunny today but it’s cooler this evening and nights, the temperature is 10 °C so a light jacket could be necessary after dark.
Johannesburg: Mild with a Cool Evening
- High: 24°C
- Low: 8°C
Johannesburg. It is going to be a beautiful day with the maximum temperature soaring to 24°C. But it will get quite cold after sunset, so it will be a cool night with a low of 8°C.
Regional Weather Outlook
Western Cape
Morning drizzles will spread over the southwestern parts of the Western Cape, but will clear in many places to partly cloudy and cool conditions by later tonight. Evening showers are likely along the south coast. Winds will veer west-south-westerly, becoming locally strong along the coastal areas.
Northern Cape
The Northern Cape is expected to be fine and windy, though warm to hot, with slight isolated afternoon showers over the eastern parts. The central region remains a huge concern when it comes to fire danger.
Mpumalanga
Escarpment will experience morning mist, yielding to warmer conditions with isolated afternoon thundershowers and showers.
Limpopo
This province will be partly cloudy over the eastern highveld regions by the mornings, but it will clear up and become warm all day.
Weather Key Alerts:
- Upington Heat Alert: Upington extreme heat today requires vigilance in light of extreme heat recently experienced, particularly for susceptible groups like elderly citizens and the children. Remain indoors during peak hours and hydrate with copious amounts of liquids.
- It will be cloudy over Cape Town, and there could be late afternoon showers, hence the residence should prepare beforehand and carry an umbrella.
- This forecast keeps you better informed so that you can prepare in advance for the changing weather conditions of South Africa. Whether it is a hot day in Upington or a mild evening in Johannesburg, by remaining aware, you can most definitely make the best use of your day.
FAQS:
Which areas will be at risk of fire today?
Very high fire danger warnings have been issued for the central parts of the Northern Cape and Sundays River Valley Municipality in the Eastern Cape.
What is the weather in Gauteng on 17 October 2024?
Gauteng is expected to be partly cloudy and warm with isolated showers and thundershowers over the south. The UVB index is extreme.
What can I do if I live in a Yellow Level 1 warning zone?
If you live in an area that is likely to be impacted by damaging winds and waves, try to avoid areas near harbors or the coastline and secure small vessels in safe harbors.
Is it going to be that bad of a day for travel?
Yes, disruption to travels will be possible in regions where very severe thunderstorms or damaging winds are foreseen, particularly coastal areas between East London and Durban. Localized flooding may also be caused by the intense rain.