South Africa Weather Today: Sunday, 25 October 2026
It is Sunday, 25 October 2026, and Johannesburg wakes up to partly cloudy skies, with the mercury climbing from 16°C to a high of 30°C. Most of the country stays dry, though KwaZulu-Natal and Free State could see some rain. The national average daytime high stands at 29°C, with the warmest conditions in Kimberley at 35°C and the coldest morning in Gqeberha at 14°C.
What This Means for Your Day
No cold start today in Gauteng; conditions are comfortable from the first commute. residents of Northern Cape should plan around a 51 percent chance of rain. 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 35°C with scattered showers
- Coolest morning: Gqeberha starting at 14°C
- Best chance of rain: Northern Cape at 51 percent
- Windiest region: Western Cape with south-easterly winds reaching 27 km/h
What to Expect Across the Provinces
Gauteng
The day brings partly cloudy skies to Johannesburg, where temperatures move between 16°C and 30°C and the wind comes in north-westerly at around 14 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
The day brings overcast conditions to Cape Town, where temperatures move between 15°C and 22°C and the wind comes in south-easterly at around 27 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 can expect light drizzle with temperatures between 20°C and 27°C. South-westerly winds will reach around 27 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from Pietermaritzburg through to the Midlands. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Eastern Cape
Gqeberha can expect foggy conditions with temperatures between 14°C and 20°C. South-westerly winds will reach around 15 km/h. The day stays dry, and East London and Mthatha can expect much the same picture. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Free State
Bloemfontein sees light drizzle today, climbing from 14°C in the morning to 31°C in the afternoon, with north-westerly winds of up to 24 km/h. A passing shower is possible, with the rain chance sitting at 40 percent around Welkom and Bethlehem. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Limpopo
The day brings partly cloudy skies to Polokwane, where temperatures move between 15°C and 31°C and the wind comes in north-easterly at around 17 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from Tzaneen through to Musina. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Mpumalanga
Mbombela can expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures between 16°C and 32°C. North-easterly winds will reach around 18 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 mainly clear skies with temperatures between 18°C and 33°C. Northerly winds will reach around 21 km/h. The day stays dry, and Rustenburg and Potchefstroom can expect much the same picture. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
Northern Cape
Kimberley sees scattered showers today, climbing from 17°C in the morning to 35°C in the afternoon, with northerly winds of up to 26 km/h. There is a 51 percent chance of rain, so a brief shower cannot be ruled out in Upington or the Kalahari. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
The Days Ahead
Monday will bring overcast conditions to Johannesburg with a high of 30°C, followed by scattered showers and 25°C on Tuesday. Rain is expected over the next few days in KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Free State, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, so keep an eye on the forecast if you have outdoor plans there. Check back tomorrow morning for the updated province-by-province forecast.
Weather Tips for Today
- Allow extra travel time in Northern Cape where wet roads are likely
- Secure outdoor furniture and umbrellas in Western Cape with winds reaching 27 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.
