Weather Alert: Mixed Skies with Rain Forecast for South Africa on Wednesday, 13 August 2025

South Africans should prepare for varied weather conditions on Wednesday, 13 August 2025. Expect mixed skies with scattered rain showers, fog patches, and windy conditions across several provinces. This alert provides detailed regional updates, weather warnings, and safety tips. Stay informed and ready by knowing what to expect throughout the day.

SEE FUL FORECAST: Today’s Weather Forecast – Wednesday, 13 August 2025

National Weather Overview

Across South Africa, the skies will range from partly cloudy to cloudy with morning fog in some coastal and inland areas. Rainfall will be isolated but possible, particularly in the Northern Cape, Eastern Cape, Free State, and KwaZulu-Natal regions. Temperatures will generally be cool to warm. Winds may pick up in coastal and western regions.

Gauteng Province Weather

Residents of Gauteng can expect partly cloudy and cool conditions during the day. The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) index is high, so taking sun protection precautions is important. Afternoon showers and thundershowers are possible but will be isolated and brief.

Mpumalanga Weather Conditions

Mpumalanga will experience fine and cool weather early with fog patches along the northern escarpment. Over the Highveld, skies will turn partly cloudy in the afternoon. The Lowveld will remain warm with little chance of rain.

Limpopo Weather Forecast

Limpopo will see cloudy skies over the north-eastern escarpment at first with drizzle. Elsewhere, it will be partly cloudy with cool to warm temperatures. Light rain may occur in the Limpopo Bushveld in isolated spots.

North West Weather Highlights

The North West province will start fine but will become partly cloudy. Temperatures will range from cool to warm. The western areas may experience windy conditions, so be cautious when travelling or outdoors.

Free State Weather Outlook

Residents can expect partly cloudy skies with cool temperatures. Isolated showers and thundershowers are forecast mainly in the western parts. Windy conditions will accompany these showers.

Northern Cape Weather Update

Morning fog patches will occur along the coast. The rest of the province will be partly cloudy with windy conditions and cool to warm temperatures. Isolated afternoon showers and thundershowers will appear mostly in the eastern parts.

Western Cape Weather Today

In the Western Cape, morning fog patches and clouds are expected along the western and southern areas. By afternoon, skies will clear to partly cloudy. Temperatures will remain cold to cool. Winds will be light to moderate south-westerly in the morning, shifting to south-easterly by afternoon.

Eastern Cape Weather Division

The Western half of Eastern Cape will start with morning fog inland, turning partly cloudy with isolated showers and thundershowers in the east. Coastal areas may remain cloudy. In the Eastern half, conditions will be partly cloudy and cool with isolated showers scattered in the north.

KwaZulu-Natal Weather Advisory

KwaZulu-Natal will have fine and cool to warm weather in most parts. The west will become partly cloudy by afternoon, with isolated showers and thundershowers in the south-west. Expect evening fog in the south-east. The UV sunburn index is high, requiring sun protection.

Weather Warnings and Safety Tips

Currently, no severe weather warnings or fire danger alerts have been issued for 13 August 2025. However, residents should stay alert for possible localized storms and icy conditions in some areas.

• Avoid unnecessary travel during thundershowers.
• Use sunscreen and protective clothing due to high UV levels.
• Exercise caution in windy areas, especially in the Northern and Western Cape.
• Fog may reduce visibility – drive carefully in affected regions.

Understanding the Weather Terms

• Isolated showers mean rain is possible but will affect only some places.
• Thundershowers are storms with rain and thunder. They can be brief but intense.
• UV index indicates the strength of sunburn risk. A high index means more sun protection is needed.
• Fog patches reduce visibility and make driving hazardous.

Why Stay Updated?

Weather can change quickly, impacting safety and travel plans. For the latest, rely on the South African Weather Service (SAWS) and official updates. Knowing the forecast helps you prepare for the day ahead.