WEATHER: Thunderstorms expected across Gauteng next week
· The South African
According to AccuWeather, Gauteng is expected to experience scattered showers and thunderstorms for much of next week.
Residents in Pretoria and Johannesburg should anticipate cool to warm temperatures from Monday.
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In Pretoria, there is a 70% chance of rain on Monday, with temperatures reaching a high of around 21°C and a low of 14°C. Showers are expected to persist for most of the day.
On Tuesday, temperatures are forecast to climb to a high of 25°C, with a 30% chance of rain. For the remainder of the week, AccuWeather predicts a 60% chance of thunderstorms across much of Gauteng.
Johannesburg is expected to experience a noticeable drop in temperatures from Monday, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 19°C, along with a 60% chance of rain. Temperatures are likely to remain relatively low throughout the week.
Early forecasts suggest temperatures will stay in the low teens in the mornings, with afternoon thunderstorms expected on most days.
During this period, temperatures gradually decline, with warm afternoons giving way to cooler mornings and evenings.
Autumn in the region is also characterised by changing and unpredictable weather conditions, including scattered showers and occasional thunderstorms, particularly in the early part of the season. While rainfall begins to decrease as winter approaches, brief downpours and cloudy conditions remain common.
Thunderstorms to dominate this week in Gauteng
Residents can also expect shorter days, crisp mornings and a steady drop in temperatures as Gauteng transitions toward winter in the coming weeks.
Meanwhile, the South African Weather Service has not issued any significant weather warnings at this stage. However, conditions will continue to be monitored closely, and warnings will be released if necessary.