South Africa weather today: temperatures and rain outlook for 23 September 2026

South Africa’s major centres face a mixed weather picture today, with the highest listed rain probability in Bloemfontein at 89%. Conditions can change during the day, particularly around local showers and wind shifts.

Major city forecast

• Bloemfontein:

  Rain showers, 12°C to 24°C, rain chance 89%.

• Kimberley:

  Rain showers, 14°C to 23°C, rain chance 77%.

• Cape Town:

  Thunderstorms, 15°C to 20°C, rain chance 65%.

• Johannesburg:

  Drizzle, 12°C to 24°C, rain chance 63%.

• Gqeberha:

  Drizzle, 18°C to 27°C, rain chance 59%.

• Durban:

  Overcast, 18°C to 27°C, rain chance 27%.

• Pretoria:

  Drizzle, 13°C to 27°C, rain chance 22%.

• Mbombela:

  Drizzle, 17°C to 26°C, rain chance 16%.

• Polokwane:

  Drizzle, 14°C to 26°C, rain chance 4%.

Rain, wind and travel conditions

Drivers should allow extra braking distance where showers develop and watch for reduced visibility. Strong local wind can also affect exposed roads and coastal routes. Weather warnings issued by public authorities should take priority over routine forecasts.

Explore current conditions and the province-by-province outlook on the EBNewsDaily South Africa weather map.