The Lowveld has received persistent rain since last night, September 28, and according to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), more rainfall is predicted for Mpumalanga.

Tomorrow and Wednesday’s weather is expected to be partly cloudy and cool to warm, with isolated showers and thundershowers in the east, and light showers in the south.

Extended weather forecast 30 September 2025-01 October 2025:
Fine in places, otherwise partly cloudy and cool to warm with isolated showers and thundershowers in the east but light rain and showers in south.#SAWS #saweather #weatheroutlook pic.twitter.com/JFnD0jKxh0

— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) September 28, 2025

Roads are currently very wet, meaning that tyres may only have half as much grip on the surface as they do on dry roads. According to the Automobile Association (AA), motorists need to be aware that conditions are different and must adapt their driving accordingly.

Extended weather forecast for Monday and Tuesday, 29-30 September 2025:
Fine in the north-west, otherwise partly cloudy and cool to warm its isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers but widespread in the east.#saws #weatheroutlook pic.twitter.com/VdLtCvhSWE

— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) September 27, 2025

“They need to brake earlier, enter corners at slower speeds, and maintain focus on the road ahead at all times.”

🌧️Weather advisory for today: 29 September 2025.
With on-and-off rain reducing visibility over the eastern parts of the country, including Gauteng, please drive with extra caution and keep a safe following distance.#saws #weatheroutlook #southafricanweather pic.twitter.com/niQ6a4RYVp

— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) September 29, 2025

The AA also advised motorists to check that their windscreen wipers (front and back) are working properly and that their brakes are sound.

“Motorists should also check the condition of their tyres to avoid aquaplaning. This occurs when the tread on the tyres is no longer able to channel water away, and the tyre lifts off the road surface and starts to skim across the water like a speedboat,” the AA said.

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Do not take any chances with safety. Crashes in wet conditions are common, and everyone should heed the call to drive safely. Switch on your headlights, maintain a safe following distance, and don’t speed. Importantly, always wear your safety belt and ensure all children and passengers are also strapped in.

Some tips from the association to keep safe in wet conditions:
• Ensure your headlights and brake lights are working.
• Switch on your headlights, especially when natural light is low.
• Remember: this also alerts other drivers to your presence on the road.
• Ensure your windscreen and wipers are in good condition.
• Check that your tyres are in good shape.
• Don’t speed, and maintain a safe following distance.
• Buckle up.
• Don’t cross low-lying bridges, even if you think your car can make it.
• Slow down before entering standing water, as this may cause the car to pull to the side without warning, and it may be deeper than it looks.
• Avoid areas where there are known adverse conditions.
• Adjust your speed to suit the condition of the road.

Please take care while you’re out on the road.

Source: AA