South Africa Weather Today: Sunday, 8 November 2026
Thunderstorms set the tone in Johannesburg on Sunday, 8 November 2026, with temperatures between 11°C and 25°C. Rain is the story of the day, with 5 of the nine provinces expecting showers or drizzle. The national average daytime high stands at 25°C, with the warmest conditions in Mahikeng at 32°C and the coldest morning in Bloemfontein at 10°C.
What This Means for Your Day
Gauteng starts on the cool side before the day warms up; a jersey in the morning should be all you need. keep an umbrella close in Johannesburg, where the chance of rain sits at 100 percent. Northern Cape sees the strongest winds at 34 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: Mahikeng reaching 32°C with clear skies
- Coolest morning: Bloemfontein starting at 10°C
- Best chance of rain: Gauteng at 100 percent
- Windiest region: Northern Cape with south-easterly winds reaching 34 km/h
What to Expect Across the Provinces
Gauteng
Johannesburg can expect thunderstorms with temperatures between 11°C and 25°C. North-easterly winds will reach around 21 km/h. With the rain chance at 100 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 sees overcast conditions today, climbing from 13°C in the morning to 28°C in the afternoon, with south-easterly winds of up to 23 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from the Winelands through to the Garden Route. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
KwaZulu-Natal
Durban sees showers today, climbing from 15°C in the morning to 18°C in the afternoon, with south-westerly winds of up to 21 km/h. With the rain chance at 100 percent, Pietermaritzburg and the Midlands should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Eastern Cape
Gqeberha sees drizzle today, climbing from 14°C in the morning to 20°C in the afternoon, with easterly winds of up to 32 km/h. Rain is likely, with the chance of showers at 100 percent, so East London and Mthatha should plan indoor alternatives. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Free State
The day brings mainly clear skies to Bloemfontein, where temperatures move between 10°C and 26°C and the wind comes in south-easterly at around 26 km/h. The day stays dry, and Welkom and Bethlehem can expect much the same picture. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Limpopo
The day brings drizzle to Polokwane, where temperatures move between 14°C and 27°C and the wind comes in north-easterly at around 25 km/h. Rain is likely, with the chance of showers at 81 percent, so Tzaneen and Musina should plan indoor alternatives. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Mpumalanga
Mbombela sees scattered showers today, climbing from 16°C in the morning to 22°C in the afternoon, with south-easterly winds of up to 17 km/h. With the rain chance at 94 percent, the Lowveld and eMalahleni should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
North West
The day brings clear skies to Mahikeng, where temperatures move between 16°C and 32°C and the wind comes in south-easterly at around 26 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from Rustenburg through to Potchefstroom. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
Northern Cape
Kimberley can expect clear skies with temperatures between 12°C and 27°C. South-easterly winds will reach around 34 km/h. The day stays dry, and Upington and the Kalahari can expect much the same picture. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
The Days Ahead
Monday will bring light drizzle to Johannesburg with a high of 20°C, followed by light drizzle and 26°C on Tuesday. No province is currently showing a strong rain signal over the next few days. Check back tomorrow morning for the updated province-by-province forecast.
Weather Tips for Today
- Allow extra travel time in Gauteng where wet roads are likely
- Secure outdoor furniture and umbrellas in Northern Cape with winds reaching 34 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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