Hot week ahead as Polokwane hits 34°C
Polokwane residents can expect a cool start to the week before temperatures soar to 34°C and thunderstorms return over the weekend.
POLOKWANE – Polokwane is in for a week of contrasts, with a cool start giving way to scorching midweek temperatures before clouds and thunderstorms return towards the weekend.
Monday (November 9) will be the coolest day of the week, with a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. Residents can expect lower humidity, some sunshine and increasing cloud cover as the day progresses, with little chance of rain.
Midweek heat builds
Temperatures rise sharply from Tuesday, when mostly sunny skies will see the mercury climb to 30°C after an overnight low of 15°C.
The heat peaks on Wednesday, with the temperature expected to reach 34°C following a low of 16°C. Residents spending long periods outdoors are encouraged to stay hydrated, avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day and take precautions against heat-related illnesses.
Conditions remain very warm on Thursday and Friday, with highs of 32°C and 31°C respectively. Sunshine is expected to dominate both days and rain is unlikely.
Storms return by the weekend
A change arrives over the weekend as cloud cover increases. Saturday will still be warm, with a high of 30°C and a low of 18°C, although there is a growing chance of isolated showers.
Sunday is expected to be slightly cooler, with a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. Clouds and sunny breaks are forecast, with afternoon thunderstorms possible and the highest chance of rain for the week.
Looking ahead to Monday, November 16, warm conditions are expected to continue, with a high of 30°C, a low of 17°C and a slight chance of showers.
