Residents of Gauteng will face a stretch of hot and dry weather as a dominant high-pressure system settles over the province from Wednesday, 20 August, until at least Tuesday, 26 August. Weather experts say the system will intensify heat across the north-eastern provinces.
“Fine and warm to hot conditions will dominate Gauteng and surrounding regions as this high-pressure system persists,” said forecaster Mpho Rasimphi.
“We are not expecting significant rainfall during this period.”
Nights remain cold despite daytime hot weather
Although the days will feel increasingly hot, forecasters warn that evenings will remain cold, with some areas experiencing near-freezing overnight temperatures.
Johannesburg and Pretoria are expected to dip below 10°C at night, despite daytime highs climbing well above 25°C.
“The clear skies caused by the high-pressure system result in warm afternoons but allow heat to escape quickly at night, leading to chilly conditions,” Rasimphi explained.
Advice for residents
Residents should stay hydrated, avoid prolonged sun exposure, and monitor vulnerable groups, such as children and the elderly.
Residents are advised to plan accordingly, as Gauteng province faces a week of hot and cloudless skies.
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