Gauteng urged to keep cool amid scorching heat

Gauteng urged to keep cool amid scorching heat

Gauteng residents are being urged to stay hydrated and take precautions as warm to hot conditions are expected across the province this weekend. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says temperatures could reach to 29 degrees Celsius this weekend, with warm to hot conditions, partly cloudy skies and the possibility of showers and thunderstorms in some areas. Speaking to Ynews, SAWS forecaster, Lehlohonolo Thobela, says northern parts of the province […]

October 23, 2026 27

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SAWS warns of scorching heat as temperatures soar towards 40°C

South Africans in parts of the country are being urged to prepare for sweltering conditions, with temperatures expected to climb towards 40°C in parts of the Western Cape. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued an advisory for extremely hot and uncomfortable conditions in the Central and Little Karoo, warning that temperatures could reach between 37°C and 40°C on Friday. The advisory is valid from 8am until 6pm, with Oudtshoorn […]

October 16, 2026 40

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‘Super’ El Niño warning | 8 ways extreme heat could hit your pocket

South Africans could face more than scorching temperatures this summer, as a potentially powerful El Niño event raises concerns about costly damage to homes, vehicles and household equipment. The phenomenon is expected to intensify towards the end of 2026 and into early 2027, with temperatures potentially reaching one and three degrees Celsius above average in parts of the country. This could increase the risk of heatwaves, prolonged drought and devastating […]

October 13, 2026 97

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A cold, wet and gloomy weekend as severe weather grips parts of SA

Emergency services across South Africa are on high alert as a cold front brings widespread rain, thunderstorms and strong winds to several parts of the country this weekend. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned that the wet and windy conditions could trigger localised flooding, particularly in low-lying and poorly drained areas. The weather is expected to affect parts of Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, the Free State, KwaZulu-Natal and the […]

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