South Africa Weather Today: Friday, 6 November 2026
Thunderstorms set the tone in Johannesburg on Friday, 6 November 2026, with temperatures between 17°C and 29°C. Rain is the story of the day, with 7 of the nine provinces expecting showers or drizzle. Mbombela takes the top spot at 35°C while Cape Town has the coldest start at 14°C, and the national average daytime high comes in at 29°C.
What This Means for Your Day
No cold start today in Gauteng; conditions are comfortable from the first commute. keep an umbrella close in Johannesburg, where the chance of rain sits at 80 percent. Eastern Cape sees the strongest winds at 36 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 35°C with light drizzle
- Coolest morning: Cape Town starting at 14°C
- Best chance of rain: Western Cape at 100 percent
- Windiest region: Eastern Cape with westerly winds reaching 36 km/h
What to Expect Across the Provinces
Gauteng
Johannesburg can expect thunderstorms with temperatures between 17°C and 29°C. Northerly winds will reach around 20 km/h. Rain is likely, with the chance of showers at 80 percent, so Pretoria and the East Rand should plan indoor alternatives. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Western Cape
Cape Town sees drizzle today, climbing from 14°C in the morning to 19°C in the afternoon, with westerly winds of up to 19 km/h. With the rain chance at 100 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 steady drizzle to Durban, where temperatures move between 21°C and 26°C and the wind comes in southerly at around 21 km/h. With the rain chance at 90 percent, Pietermaritzburg and the Midlands should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Eastern Cape
Gqeberha sees light drizzle today, climbing from 17°C in the morning to 22°C in the afternoon, with westerly winds of up to 36 km/h. A passing shower is possible, with the rain chance sitting at 33 percent around East London and Mthatha. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Free State
The day brings mainly clear skies to Bloemfontein, where temperatures move between 16°C and 30°C and the wind comes in westerly at around 25 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 drizzle today, climbing from 20°C in the morning to 32°C in the afternoon, with north-easterly winds of up to 16 km/h. A passing shower is possible, with the rain chance sitting at 58 percent around Tzaneen and Musina. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
Mpumalanga
Mbombela sees light drizzle today, climbing from 22°C in the morning to 35°C in the afternoon, with north-westerly winds of up to 10 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
The day brings scattered showers to Mahikeng, where temperatures move between 19°C and 34°C and the wind comes in northerly at around 22 km/h. Rain is likely, with the chance of showers at 73 percent, so Rustenburg and Potchefstroom should plan indoor alternatives. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
Northern Cape
The day brings clear skies to Kimberley, where temperatures move between 17°C and 33°C and the wind comes in westerly at around 30 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from Upington through to the Kalahari. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
The Days Ahead
Saturday will bring thunderstorms to Johannesburg with a high of 25°C, followed by thunderstorms and 24°C on Sunday. Rain is expected over the next few days in Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, 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 36 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.
