Chill out, Gauteng — clear skies ahead this weekend

Gauteng is in for a cool but pleasant weekend with clear skies and no rain in sight.

According to the South African Weather Service (Saws) on Wednesday, Fine and cool to cold but warm conditions can be expected in places in the east of the country.

Pretoria: Sunny days ahead

The forecaster predicts clear skies throughout Saturday and Sunday, with zero millimetres of rain expected in both cities of Gauteng.

In Pretoria, temperatures will range between 10°C and 24°C on Saturday.

Morning commuters can expect a brisk 14°C at 2am, rising to a mild 22°C by 2pm before cooling down again in the evening.

Humidity levels will fluctuate between 25% and 45%, with light winds shifting from southeast to southwest throughout the day.

Sunday in the capital will remain clear, with a minimum of 10°C and a high of 23°C.

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Johannesburg: Slightly cooler

Johannesburg residents can also look forward to uninterrupted sunshine. Saturday will start at a cool 13°C in the early hours, peaking at 20°C by the afternoon, and dipping again to 15°C at night.

Wind speeds will remain minimal, reaching up to 5 knots in the afternoon. Humidity levels will be slightly lower than in Pretoria, dropping to 20% during the warmest part of the day.

Sunday’s forecast for the city mirrors Pretoria’s, with a minimum temperature of 11°C and a maximum of 21°C. Clear skies are expected from morning to evening, with light winds from the southwest.

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Western Cape under weather warning

While Gauteng enjoys stable weather, the Western Cape is bracing for adverse coastal conditions.

Saws has issued a Level 2 warning for damaging waves along the province’s coastline, effective from Thursday, midday until Sunday, 1 June, midnight.

The warning notes a likely disruption of small harbours and potential damage to coastal infrastructure.

“Danger to navigation at sea is likely. Disruption to beachfront activities [is expected], and the public is at risk of being swept off coastal rocks due to infrequent large waves,” it said.

The public is urged to remain vigilant.

“Be aware of large, unpredictable waves along the coast. Small vessels are advised to seek shelter in harbours, bays or inlets,” the agency added.

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