South Africa Weather Today: Thursday, 12 November 2026
It is Thursday, 12 November 2026, and Johannesburg wakes up to light drizzle, with the mercury climbing from 18°C to a high of 31°C. Most of the country stays dry, though Gauteng and Eastern Cape could see some rain. Across the country the average daytime high is 30°C; Mahikeng leads at 37°C and Bloemfontein shivers through a 15°C morning.
What This Means for Your Day
Mornings are mild in Gauteng, with comfortable conditions from the first commute onwards. residents of Gauteng should plan around a 45 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: Mahikeng reaching 37°C with clear skies
- Coolest morning: Bloemfontein starting at 15°C
- Best chance of rain: Gauteng at 45 percent
- Windiest region: Limpopo with north-easterly winds reaching 23 km/h
What to Expect Across the Provinces
Gauteng
The day brings light drizzle to Johannesburg, where temperatures move between 18°C and 31°C and the wind comes in northerly at around 11 km/h. A passing shower is possible, with the rain chance sitting at 45 percent around Pretoria and the East Rand. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Western Cape
Cape Town sees overcast conditions today, climbing from 16°C in the morning to 23°C in the afternoon, with southerly winds of up to 22 km/h. No significant rain is expected, with the Winelands and the Garden Route seeing similar conditions through the day. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
KwaZulu-Natal
Durban sees overcast conditions today, climbing from 20°C in the morning to 25°C in the afternoon, with southerly winds of up to 16 km/h. The day stays dry, and Pietermaritzburg and the Midlands can expect much the same picture. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Eastern Cape
Gqeberha sees light drizzle today, climbing from 18°C in the morning to 22°C in the afternoon, with southerly winds of up to 19 km/h. No significant rain is expected, with East London and Mthatha seeing similar conditions through the day. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
Free State
Bloemfontein sees clear skies today, climbing from 15°C in the morning to 34°C in the afternoon, with westerly winds of up to 17 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from Welkom through to Bethlehem. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
Limpopo
The day brings partly cloudy skies to Polokwane, where temperatures move between 17°C and 33°C and the wind comes in north-easterly at around 23 km/h. The day stays dry, and Tzaneen and Musina can expect much the same picture. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
Mpumalanga
Mbombela can expect overcast conditions with temperatures between 17°C and 30°C. North-easterly winds will reach around 14 km/h. Rain stays out of the forecast, with conditions holding steady from the Lowveld through to eMalahleni. The afternoon should be comfortable for outdoor plans.
North West
Mahikeng sees clear skies today, climbing from 18°C in the morning to 37°C in the afternoon, with easterly winds of up to 17 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 can expect clear skies with temperatures between 19°C and 36°C. South-westerly winds will reach around 22 km/h. The day stays dry, and Upington and the Kalahari can expect much the same picture. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
The Days Ahead
Friday will bring overcast conditions to Johannesburg with a high of 32°C, followed by showers and 28°C on Saturday. Rain is expected over the next few days in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Free State, Mpumalanga, North West, 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 Gauteng where wet roads are likely
- 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.
