South Africa Weather Today: Sunday, 15 November 2026
It is Sunday, 15 November 2026, and Johannesburg wakes up to thunderstorms, with the mercury climbing from 15°C to a high of 27°C. Rain is the story of the day, with 8 of the nine provinces expecting showers or drizzle. The national average daytime high stands at 27°C, with the warmest conditions in Kimberley at 33°C and the coldest morning in Johannesburg at 15°C.
What This Means for Your Day
Mornings are mild in Gauteng, with comfortable conditions from the first commute onwards. Keep an umbrella close in Johannesburg, where the chance of rain sits at 92 percent. Northern Cape sees the strongest winds at 35 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: Kimberley reaching 33°C with light drizzle
- Coolest morning: Johannesburg starting at 15°C
- Best chance of rain: KwaZulu-Natal at 98 percent
- Windiest region: Northern Cape with northerly winds reaching 35 km/h
What to Expect Across the Provinces
Gauteng
Johannesburg sees thunderstorms today, climbing from 15°C in the morning to 27°C in the afternoon, with northerly winds of up to 19 km/h. With the rain chance at 92 percent, Pretoria and the East Rand should expect wet spells and plan accordingly.
Western Cape
Cape Town can expect overcast conditions with temperatures between 16°C and 24°C. South-easterly winds will reach around 31 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
The day brings thunderstorms to Durban, where temperatures move between 19°C and 24°C and the wind comes in north-easterly at around 23 km/h. With the rain chance at 98 percent, Pietermaritzburg and the Midlands should expect wet spells and plan accordingly.
Eastern Cape
Gqeberha sees light drizzle today, climbing from 18°C in the morning to 22°C in the afternoon, with easterly winds of up to 23 km/h. There is a 39 percent chance of rain, so a brief shower cannot be ruled out in East London or Mthatha.
Free State
Bloemfontein can expect thunderstorms with temperatures between 16°C and 31°C. Northerly winds will reach around 24 km/h. Rain is likely, with the chance of showers at 90 percent, so Welkom and Bethlehem should plan indoor alternatives.
Limpopo
The day brings drizzle to Polokwane, where temperatures move between 17°C and 26°C and the wind comes in north-easterly at around 19 km/h. There is a 57 percent chance of rain, so a brief shower cannot be ruled out in Tzaneen or Musina.
Mpumalanga
Mbombela can expect thunderstorms with temperatures between 20°C and 25°C. North-easterly winds will reach around 12 km/h. With the rain chance at 90 percent, the Lowveld and eMalahleni should expect wet spells and plan accordingly.
North West
The day brings scattered showers to Mahikeng, where temperatures move between 19°C and 30°C and the wind comes in northerly at around 29 km/h. With the rain chance at 97 percent, Rustenburg and Potchefstroom should expect wet spells and plan accordingly.
Northern Cape
The day brings light drizzle to Kimberley, where temperatures move between 18°C and 33°C and the wind comes in northerly at around 35 km/h. With the rain chance at 81 percent, Upington and the Kalahari should expect wet spells and plan accordingly. Afternoon heat will be noticeable, so keep water on hand for outdoor activities.
The Days Ahead
Monday will bring thunderstorms to Johannesburg with a high of 26°C, followed by thunderstorms and 26°C on Tuesday. Rain is expected over the next few days in KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape and 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 Northern Cape with winds reaching 35 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.
