Heatwave conditions expected for the rest of the week

The South African Weather Service has warned Gauteng residents to prepare for heatwave conditions the next couple of days, starting today.

Gauteng, North West and parts of the northern Free State will be affected.

Temperatures are expected to rise to between 36° Celsius and 38°.

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The maximum temperature in Johannesburg on Tuesday is expected to reach 34°, with temperatures remaining in the low 30s for the rest of the week.

The maximum humidity level for the next three days is 50%, climbing to 70% and above later during the week.