South Africa Weather Today: Thursday, 22 October 2026
Johannesburg is expecting mainly clear skies on Thursday, 22 October 2026, with temperatures ranging between 15°C and 28°C. Most of the country stays dry, though Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal could see some rain. The national average daytime high stands at 27°C, with the warmest conditions in Mbombela at 38°C and the coldest morning in Bloemfontein at 12°C.
What This Means for Your Day
Mornings are mild in Gauteng, with comfortable conditions from the first commute onwards. residents of Western Cape should plan around a 98 percent chance of rain. Eastern Cape sees the strongest winds at 39 km/h, so drivers of high-sided vehicles should take care and loose outdoor items should be tied down. UV levels are high, so sun protection is essential for anyone outdoors between 10:00 and 15:00.
South Africa Weather Highlights
- Warmest conditions: Mbombela reaching 38°C with mainly clear skies
- Coolest morning: Bloemfontein starting at 12°C
- Best chance of rain: Western Cape at 98 percent
- Windiest region: Eastern Cape with westerly winds reaching 39 km/h
What to Expect Across the Provinces
Gauteng
The day brings mainly clear skies to Johannesburg, where temperatures move between 15°C and 28°C and the wind comes in south-westerly at around 17 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from Pretoria through to the East Rand. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Western Cape
Cape Town can expect drizzle with temperatures between 13°C and 18°C. Westerly winds will reach around 15 km/h. With the rain chance at 98 percent, the Winelands and the Garden Route should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
KwaZulu-Natal
The day brings scattered showers to Durban, where temperatures move between 17°C and 26°C and the wind comes in southerly at around 13 km/h. With the rain chance at 84 percent, Pietermaritzburg and the Midlands should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Eastern Cape
Gqeberha can expect steady drizzle with temperatures between 15°C and 19°C. Westerly winds will reach around 39 km/h. With the rain chance at 79 percent, East London and Mthatha should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Free State
The day brings mainly clear skies to Bloemfontein, where temperatures move between 12°C and 25°C and the wind comes in south-westerly at around 22 km/h. No significant rain is expected, with Welkom and Bethlehem seeing similar conditions through the day. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Limpopo
Polokwane sees clear skies today, climbing from 19°C in the morning to 35°C in the afternoon, with south-westerly winds of up to 23 km/h. No significant rain is expected, with Tzaneen and Musina seeing similar conditions through the day. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
Mpumalanga
Mbombela can expect mainly clear skies with temperatures between 17°C and 38°C. North-westerly winds will reach around 16 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from the Lowveld through to eMalahleni. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
North West
Mahikeng can expect clear skies with temperatures between 14°C and 30°C. South-westerly winds will reach around 22 km/h. The day stays dry, and Rustenburg and Potchefstroom can expect much the same picture. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Northern Cape
Kimberley can expect overcast conditions with temperatures between 14°C and 27°C. South-westerly winds will reach around 25 km/h. No significant rain is expected, with Upington and the Kalahari seeing similar conditions through the day. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
The Days Ahead
Friday will bring clear skies to Johannesburg with a high of 29°C, followed by mainly clear skies and 29°C on Saturday. Rain is expected over the next few days in KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, so keep an eye on the forecast if you have outdoor plans there. Tomorrow morning brings the next full update for all nine provinces.
Weather Tips for Today
- Allow extra travel time in Western Cape where wet roads are likely
- Secure outdoor furniture and umbrellas in Eastern Cape with winds reaching 39 km/h
- Apply sunscreen before midday even where cloud cover builds; UV passes through broken cloud
- Drink more water than usual in the dry interior, where low humidity speeds up dehydration
Useful Weather and Travel Links
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