South Africa Weather Today – Sunday, 24 May 2026
Johannesburg will see clear skies and mild winter conditions on Sunday, with temperatures ranging between 11°C and 19°C. Across the country, most provinces are experiencing dry and settled weather, though KwaZulu-Natal is recording light rain along the coast. The national average temperature sits at 17°C, with Mpumalanga reaching the warmest highs of 26°C while the Free State records the coolest morning minimum of 7°C.
What This Means for Your Day
Sunday offers favourable conditions for outdoor activities across most of South Africa. Johannesburg and the inland plateau will enjoy clear skies with light winds, making it suitable for late-autumn outings. Durban and the KwaZulu-Natal coast should prepare for intermittent light rain and higher humidity. Cape Town remains overcast with cooler conditions and a noticeable south-easterly breeze. Morning temperatures are cold in the central interior, so early risers should layer up before heading out.
South Africa Weather Highlights
- Mpumalanga records the highest temperature at 26°C in Mbombela
- Free State sees the coldest morning at 7°C in Bloemfontein
- KwaZulu-Natal experiences light rain with humidity reaching 78% in Durban
- Northern Cape winds gusting up to 15 km/h in Kimberley
- Western Cape remains overcast with 83% humidity in Cape Town
What to Expect Across the Provinces
Gauteng
Johannesburg will experience clear skies throughout Sunday with temperatures between 11°C and 19°C. Light north-westerly winds at 1 km/h and humidity at 49% create comfortable conditions. Pretoria and the East Rand can expect similar weather, with calm winds and high pressure keeping conditions stable across the province.
Western Cape
Cape Town faces overcast conditions with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 19°C. Humidity stands at 83% with south-easterly winds at 7 km/h. The cloud cover will persist through the day, keeping the city cooler than inland areas. Coastal areas should expect similar conditions with limited sunshine.
KwaZulu-Natal
Durban is experiencing light rain with temperatures between 18°C and 22°C. Humidity reaches 78% with south-south-easterly winds at 6 km/h. The rain is expected to remain light throughout the day. Pietermaritzburg and inland areas may see occasional drizzle with cooler conditions than the coast.
Eastern Cape
Gqeberha enjoys clear skies with temperatures ranging from 12°C to 20°C. North-north-easterly winds at 7 km/h and 76% humidity create mild coastal conditions. Port Alfred and East London can expect similar clear weather, though morning temperatures will be noticeably cooler inland.
Limpopo
Polokwane records clear skies with temperatures between 11°C and 22°C. South-south-easterly winds at 2 km/h and 53% humidity maintain pleasant conditions. The Bushveld and Lowveld areas will see warm afternoons with clear visibility, ideal for outdoor plans.
Mpumalanga
Mbombela reaches the country’s highest temperature at 26°C, with a minimum of 15°C. Clear skies and east-south-easterly winds at 3 km/h make for warm late-autumn weather. The Lowveld will remain notably warmer than the Highveld, with 52% humidity keeping conditions comfortable.
North West
Mahikeng sees scattered clouds with temperatures between 10°C and 23°C. Northerly winds are stronger at 11 km/h with 55% humidity. Rustenburg and Klerksdorp should expect similar partly cloudy conditions with breezy intervals through the afternoon.
Free State
Bloemfontein records few clouds and temperatures from 7°C to 20°C, marking the coldest morning in the country. Northerly winds at 10 km/h and 60% humidity accompany the cooler start. Welkom and the eastern Free State will experience similar conditions with crisp mornings giving way to mild afternoons.
Northern Cape
Kimberley has scattered clouds with temperatures ranging from 13°C to 22°C. North-north-easterly winds are brisk at 15 km/h with 47% humidity. Upington and the northern regions will see partly cloudy skies with stronger winds creating cooler wind-chill conditions despite moderate temperatures.
Weekend Outlook
The remainder of the weekend will maintain dry and stable conditions across most provinces. Johannesburg can expect continued clear skies on Monday with a slight warm-up to 20°C. KwaZulu-Natal’s coastal rain should clear by Monday morning, while Cape Town’s overcast conditions may persist into early next week. The Free State and interior provinces will see gradual warming as the working week begins.
Weather Tips for Today
- Free State and Gauteng residents should dress warmly for cold morning temperatures below 11°C
- Durban and KwaZulu-Natal coastal areas need umbrellas and waterproof layers for light rain
- Northern Cape and North West should prepare for windy conditions affecting outdoor activities
- Mpumalanga’s warm 26°C afternoons require sun protection despite the late-autumn season
- Cape Town’s overcast skies and high humidity call for windbreakers along the coast
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