The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned that an intense cold front is expected to make landfall over the south-western parts of South Africa tomorrow, bringing a significant shift in weather conditions across the region.

SAnews reports that the cold front is expected to be accompanied by heavy rainfall with a risk of localised flooding over the western parts of the Western Cape, especially in low-lying and poorly drained areas from tomorrow into Thursday.

This is according to SAWS head of disaster risk reduction, Rudzani Malala, who says as a result, wet and slippery roads may result in dangerous driving conditions.

❗️Weather Advisory for adverse weather conditions#saws #SAWeather pic.twitter.com/xuksjGkFyG

— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) June 23, 2025

“Motorists should exercise caution and adhere to safety measures. Strong and gusty winds over the interior may cause localised damage to structures and uproot trees. Cold to very cold conditions can be expected, along with possible snowfall over the western mountain ranges of the Western Cape, spreading into the south-western interior of the Northern Cape.

“Strong and gusty winds over the interior may cause localised damage to structures and uproot trees. Cold to very cold conditions can be expected, along with possible snowfall over the western mountain ranges of the Western Cape, spreading into the south-western interior of the Northern Cape,” Malala says.

Weather outlook for Wednesday & Thursday, 25 – 26 June 2025.
Partly cloudy conditions are expected over the central and western parts of the country, with scattered to widespread rain & showers expected over the Western Cape. Otherwise, fine & cold to cool but warm in the north. pic.twitter.com/WHmndr5joU

— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) June 23, 2025

The maritime forecast includes gale-force winds and very rough seas, with wave heights between 5.5m to 7.5m, along the coastlines of the Northern Cape and Western Cape.

These conditions will lead to disruptions to fishing and port operations, an increased risk of vessels capsizing, accidents at sea and hazardous shoreline conditions.

Coastal residents and beachgoers are urged to exercise caution.

Yellow level 2 warning: Damaging winds
Affected area: Western Cape (south coast)
Validity period: 25 – 26 June 2025. #saws #weatheroutlook #southafricanweather pic.twitter.com/0UmtS7VOjv

— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) June 23, 2025

“As the system progresses eastwards, it will affect the Eastern Cape, which is already vulnerable to weather-related impacts. The key concern here is strong, damaging winds that are expected across most parts of the province on Thursday.

“Furthermore, interior winds are expected to pick up and spread over the remainder of eastern provinces on Thursday and Friday, with daytime temperatures dropping to the cold category,” he adds.

Yellow level 4 warning: Damaging waves
Affected area: Western Cape (coastal areas)
Validity period: 25 – 26 June 2025.#saws #weatheroutlook #southafricanweather pic.twitter.com/LEmvi3Cbef

— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) June 23, 2025

Call to heed weather reports

The weather service called on communities to follow daily weather reports and heed severe weather warnings.

“This means following weather reports… and staying tuned to what disaster management authorities have to say. This needs to be in each person’s daily routine. It is that important – a matter of life and death,” Malala says.

SAWS continues to monitor developments relating to the weather systems and will issue subsequent updates as required.

“Impact-based weather warnings, if any, will continue to be issued… We need to work more closely with stakeholders to ensure that we save lives and property.

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