South Africa Weather Today: Monday, 9 November 2026
Overcast conditions set the tone in Johannesburg on Monday, 9 November 2026, with temperatures between 8°C and 21°C. Most of the country stays dry, though KwaZulu-Natal and Limpopo could see some rain. The national average daytime high stands at 25°C, with the warmest conditions in Cape Town at 32°C and the coldest morning in Johannesburg at 8°C.
What This Means for Your Day
The Highveld starts properly cold, so dig out a warm jacket before the early commute in Johannesburg and Pretoria. residents of KwaZulu-Natal should plan around a 57 percent chance of rain. Eastern Cape 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: Cape Town reaching 32°C with foggy conditions
- Coolest morning: Johannesburg starting at 8°C
- Best chance of rain: KwaZulu-Natal at 57 percent
- Windiest region: Eastern Cape with north-easterly winds reaching 30 km/h
What to Expect Across the Provinces
Gauteng
The day brings overcast conditions to Johannesburg, where temperatures move between 8°C and 21°C and the wind comes in north-easterly at around 17 km/h. No significant rain is expected, with Pretoria and the East Rand seeing similar conditions through the day. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Western Cape
Cape Town can expect foggy conditions with temperatures between 16°C and 32°C. Southerly winds will reach around 17 km/h. The day stays dry, and the Winelands and the Garden Route can expect much the same picture. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
KwaZulu-Natal
Durban can expect drizzle with temperatures between 15°C and 22°C. North-easterly winds will reach around 16 km/h. A passing shower is possible, with the rain chance sitting at 57 percent around Pietermaritzburg and the Midlands. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Eastern Cape
Gqeberha sees overcast conditions today, climbing from 17°C in the morning to 23°C in the afternoon, with north-easterly winds of up to 30 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 clear skies today, climbing from 10°C in the morning to 27°C in the afternoon, with north-easterly winds of up to 19 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
Polokwane sees light drizzle today, climbing from 12°C in the morning to 23°C in the afternoon, with north-easterly winds of up to 20 km/h. There is a 33 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
Mbombela sees light drizzle today, climbing from 15°C in the morning to 21°C in the afternoon, with easterly winds of up to 11 km/h. No significant rain is expected, with the Lowveld and eMalahleni seeing similar conditions through the day. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
North West
Mahikeng can expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures between 16°C and 29°C. North-easterly winds will reach around 25 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from Rustenburg through to Potchefstroom. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Northern Cape
Kimberley sees mainly clear skies today, climbing from 13°C in the morning to 31°C in the afternoon, with north-easterly winds of up to 28 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
Tuesday will bring partly cloudy skies to Johannesburg with a high of 26°C, followed by mainly clear skies and 29°C on Wednesday. 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
- Dress in layers in Gauteng to manage the swing from a 8°C morning to a 21°C afternoon
- Allow extra travel time in KwaZulu-Natal where wet roads are likely
- Secure outdoor furniture and umbrellas in Eastern Cape 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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For official forecasting and weather advisories, visit the South African Weather Service.
