South Africa Weather Today: Thursday, 5 November 2026
Drizzle set the tone in Johannesburg on Thursday, 5 November 2026, with temperatures between 18°C and 29°C. Rain is the story of the day, with 7 of the nine provinces expecting showers or drizzle. Kimberley takes the top spot at 36°C while Cape Town has the coldest start at 16°C, and the national average daytime high comes in at 30°C.
What This Means for Your Day
Gauteng gets a mild, easy start, with comfortable temperatures from early morning. keep an umbrella close in Johannesburg, where the chance of rain sits at 69 percent. Eastern Cape sees the strongest winds at 47 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: Kimberley reaching 36°C with showers
- Coolest morning: Cape Town starting at 16°C
- Best chance of rain: Free State at 99 percent
- Windiest region: Eastern Cape with westerly winds reaching 47 km/h
What to Expect Across the Provinces
Gauteng
Johannesburg sees drizzle today, climbing from 18°C in the morning to 29°C in the afternoon, with northerly winds of up to 17 km/h. With the rain chance at 69 percent, Pretoria and the East Rand should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Western Cape
Cape Town can expect steady drizzle with temperatures between 16°C and 21°C. North-westerly winds will reach around 21 km/h. Rain is likely, with the chance of showers at 90 percent, so the Winelands and the Garden Route should plan indoor alternatives. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
KwaZulu-Natal
Durban can expect foggy conditions with temperatures between 20°C and 30°C. Northerly winds will reach around 22 km/h. No significant rain is expected, with Pietermaritzburg and the Midlands seeing similar conditions through the day. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Eastern Cape
Gqeberha can expect overcast conditions with temperatures between 19°C and 27°C. Westerly winds will reach around 47 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from East London through to Mthatha. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Free State
The day brings thunderstorms to Bloemfontein, where temperatures move between 17°C and 32°C and the wind comes in northerly at around 31 km/h. Rain is likely, with the chance of showers at 99 percent, so Welkom and Bethlehem should plan indoor alternatives. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
Limpopo
The day brings light drizzle to Polokwane, where temperatures move between 19°C and 31°C and the wind comes in north-easterly at around 19 km/h. There is a 47 percent chance of rain, so a brief shower cannot be ruled out in Tzaneen or Musina. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Mpumalanga
The day brings thunderstorms to Mbombela, where temperatures move between 20°C and 32°C and the wind comes in north-easterly at around 14 km/h. The day stays dry, and the Lowveld and eMalahleni can expect much the same picture. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
North West
Mahikeng sees showers today, climbing from 18°C in the morning to 34°C in the afternoon, with north-easterly winds of up to 26 km/h. With the rain chance at 90 percent, Rustenburg and Potchefstroom should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
Northern Cape
The day brings showers to Kimberley, where temperatures move between 21°C and 36°C and the wind comes in northerly at around 35 km/h. With the rain chance at 92 percent, Upington and the Kalahari should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
The Days Ahead
Friday will bring showers to Johannesburg with a high of 28°C, followed by light drizzle and 28°C on Saturday. Rain is expected over the next few days in Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga, North West, so keep an eye on the forecast if you have outdoor plans there. The full province-by-province forecast is updated here every morning.
Weather Tips for Today
- Allow extra travel time in Free State where wet roads are likely
- Secure outdoor furniture and umbrellas in Eastern Cape with winds reaching 47 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
Looking for more to do after checking the forecast? Explore the latest events in Gauteng and plan your day around the weather.
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For official forecasting and weather advisories, visit the South African Weather Service.
