South Africa Weather Today: Saturday, 7 November 2026
Johannesburg is expecting steady drizzle on Saturday, 7 November 2026, with temperatures ranging between 18°C and 28°C. Rain is the story of the day, with 7 of the nine provinces expecting showers or drizzle. Mahikeng takes the top spot at 33°C while Bloemfontein has the coldest start at 11°C, and the national average daytime high comes in at 26°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 91 percent. North West sees the strongest winds at 30 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 33°C with light drizzle
- Coolest morning: Bloemfontein starting at 11°C
- Best chance of rain: KwaZulu-Natal at 100 percent
- Windiest region: North West with northerly winds reaching 30 km/h
What to Expect Across the Provinces
Gauteng
Johannesburg can expect steady drizzle with temperatures between 18°C and 28°C. Northerly winds will reach around 20 km/h. Rain is likely, with the chance of showers at 91 percent, so Pretoria and the East Rand should plan indoor alternatives. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Western Cape
Cape Town sees light drizzle today, climbing from 13°C in the morning to 19°C in the afternoon, with south-easterly winds of up to 25 km/h. With the rain chance at 88 percent, the Winelands and the Garden Route should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
KwaZulu-Natal
Durban sees scattered showers today, climbing from 18°C in the morning to 21°C in the afternoon, with south-westerly winds of up to 19 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
The day brings light drizzle to Gqeberha, where temperatures move between 14°C and 19°C and the wind comes in south-westerly at around 29 km/h. With the rain chance at 98 percent, East London and Mthatha should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Free State
Bloemfontein sees clear skies today, climbing from 11°C in the morning to 26°C in the afternoon, with westerly winds of up to 19 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 can expect light drizzle with temperatures between 21°C and 30°C. Easterly winds will reach around 21 km/h. The day stays dry, and Tzaneen and Musina can expect much the same picture. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Mpumalanga
Mbombela can expect thunderstorms with temperatures between 21°C and 30°C. North-easterly winds will reach around 16 km/h. Rain is likely, with the chance of showers at 61 percent, so the Lowveld and eMalahleni should plan indoor alternatives. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
North West
Mahikeng can expect light drizzle with temperatures between 18°C and 33°C. Northerly winds will reach around 30 km/h. Rain is likely, with the chance of showers at 64 percent, so Rustenburg and Potchefstroom should plan indoor alternatives. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
Northern Cape
Kimberley can expect clear skies with temperatures between 14°C and 28°C. South-westerly winds will reach around 20 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from Upington through to the Kalahari. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
The Days Ahead
Sunday will bring thunderstorms to Johannesburg with a high of 25°C, followed by light drizzle and 19°C on Monday. Rain is expected over the next few days in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, 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 KwaZulu-Natal where wet roads are likely
- Secure outdoor furniture and umbrellas in North West with winds reaching 30 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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