Here is the latest weather outlook for South Africa’s nine provinces. According to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), several regions can expect partly cloudy and warm conditions, while some areas face severe thunderstorms, extreme fire danger and uncomfortably high temperatures.

SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS

Impact-Based Warnings

Eastern Cape: A Yellow Level 2 warning has been issued for severe thunderstorms over most of the province, excluding the extreme north-eastern areas. These storms may cause localised damage to settlements and property, as well as disruptions to communication networks and electricity supply.

Fire Danger Warnings

Extremely high fire danger conditions are expected in the following areas:

• Parts of the Northern Cape.

• Naledi Local Municipality in North West.

• Several areas of the Eastern Cape.

• Parts of the King Cetshwayo District in KwaZulu-Natal.

Residents are urged to exercise caution when working with open flames and to avoid activities that could trigger veld or vegetation fires.

Weather Advisories

Heatwave: Persistently high temperatures are expected in parts of north-western KwaZulu-Natal from 11 to 13 October 2026.

Extreme discomfort: Uncomfortably hot conditions are expected in parts of the southern Eastern Cape.

WEATHER CONDITIONS AND UVB FORECAST FOR SOUTH AFRICA'S PROVINCES

Gauteng

Partly cloudy and warm conditions are expected across Gauteng.

UVB Sunburn Index: Very High

Mpumalanga

The province can expect cloudy conditions in the east initially, with early-morning fog patches along the escarpment. Elsewhere, conditions will be partly cloudy and warm.

Limpopo

Cloudy conditions are expected in the east initially, with early-morning fog patches in the extreme south-east. The remainder of the province will experience partly cloudy and warm weather, becoming hot in places over the Limpopo Valley and western Bushveld.

North West

Partly cloudy and warm conditions are expected across North West, also known as Bokone Bophirima in Setswana.

Residents should remain alert to the extremely high fire danger forecast for parts of the province.

Free State

Partly cloudy and warm weather is expected, with isolated showers and thundershowers possible over the south-western parts of the province.

Northern Cape

Expect partly cloudy, windy and warm to hot conditions. Isolated showers and thundershowers are possible over the eastern and central parts.

Along the coast, winds will initially be light and variable before becoming moderate north-westerly during the afternoon.

Extremely high fire danger conditions are expected in some areas.

Western Cape

Morning fog patches are expected along the coast. Otherwise, conditions will be cloudy, windy and cool to warm, becoming hot over the north-eastern parts of the province.

Isolated rain and showers may develop from the afternoon, except in the north-west.

Coastal winds will be light to moderate north-westerly to westerly, becoming moderate to fresh south-westerly along the south coast from late afternoon.

UVB Sunburn Index: Very High

Eastern Cape

Western half: Morning fog is expected south of the escarpment. Elsewhere, conditions will be partly cloudy and warm, becoming hot in places, with scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Coastal winds will be light north-westerly, becoming moderate south-westerly from late morning.

Eastern half: Partly cloudy and hot conditions are expected, with isolated thunderstorms and scattered storms in the extreme west. Along the coast, moderate north-easterly winds will turn moderate to fresh south-westerly during the afternoon.

Weather alert: Severe thunderstorms may cause localised damage to property and infrastructure, as well as disruptions to power and communication services.

KwaZulu-Natal

Morning fog is expected over the northern interior. Elsewhere, conditions will be partly cloudy and warm to hot, with isolated showers and thundershowers possible in parts of the south and west.

Coastal winds will be moderate to fresh northerly to north-easterly.

Parts of north-western KwaZulu-Natal will experience persistently high temperatures, while extremely high fire danger conditions are forecast in parts of the King Cetshwayo District.

UVB Sunburn Index: Very High

SAFETY REMINDERS

• Thunderstorms: Seek shelter during severe storms and avoid exposed areas, isolated trees and flooded roads.

• Fire danger: Avoid open fires and activities that could ignite dry vegetation.

• High temperatures: Drink plenty of water, limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day and check on vulnerable individuals.

• Sun protection: Apply sunscreen, wear protective clothing and seek shade when UVB levels are very high.

Stay informed: Weather conditions can change quickly. Follow official updates and warnings issued by the South African Weather Service for your area.