South Africa Weather Forecast
South Africa weather: 66°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for South Africa
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 28 | 🌦️ Light showers | 82° / 59° | 79% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 29 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 64° / 55° | 90% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Sep 30 | 🌧️ Showers | 55° / 49° | 100% · 1,1 in | 10 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 1 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 58° / 47° | 47% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 45° | 6% | 8 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 47° | 12% | 6 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌧️ Showers | 55° / 48° | 61% · 1,3 in | 9 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 61° / 47° | 40% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☀️ Clear sky | 67° / 47° | 21% | 8 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | ☀️ Clear sky | 77° / 51° | 12% | 6 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 78° / 61° | 23% | 8 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 65° / 57° | 29% · 0,4 in | 8 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 66° / 56° | 27% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 65° / 55° | 18% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 9 |
The two-week trend
Warming. The second half of the window averages 39°F warmer than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 67°F against a September normal of 79°F - 44°F below.
The next 7 days carry about 12.3 times a normal week's rain for September (2,9 in against 0,2 in).
What this means for South Africa
Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 79°F typical for this month.
A 79% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 50°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 69°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and November - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is South Africa?
South Africa is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -25.7479, 28.2293. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in South Africa right now?
It is currently 66°F (19°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 60% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit South Africa?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in South Africa, which has a Mediterranean climate. March, April and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is South Africa in?
South Africa observes Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+02:00). The local time is 9:09 PM.
How many people live in South Africa?
South Africa has a population of approximately 60 million.
What is the nearest airport to South Africa?
The closest airports are O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), 27 mi away and Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 809 mi away.
What are the top things to do in South Africa?
Popular options include Kruger National Park, Table Mountain, Robben Island, Boulders Beach, Camps Bay Beach and Table Mountain.
What places are in South Africa?
South Africa covers 3 places in this atlas, including Cape Town, Johannesburg and Kruger National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated September 30, 2026 at 9:09 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
