The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued severe weather warnings as life-threatening conditions are expected in parts of three provinces on 1 October 2025. Severe winds and high fire risks are set to create significant challenges, including transportation disruptions, high fire danger, and other severe weather hazards.
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Weather Warnings for 1 October 2025:
SAWS has activated an impact-based warning for damaging winds and extreme fire risks in various regions of the Northern, Western, and Eastern Cape, along with extreme weather expected in several other provinces.
Damaging Winds
A Yellow Level 2 warning has been issued for damaging winds across the central and eastern regions of the Northern Cape and the northeast of the Western Cape. These winds will cause local damage to settlements and create dangerous conditions for high-sided vehicles. The Eastern Cape also faces a Yellow Level 1 warning, as these winds will pose a significant threat to transport and public safety.
Fire Danger
Extreme fire risk remains in parts of the Northern Cape, Western Cape, and Eastern Cape. High fire hazard conditions are expected in regions like Karoo Hoogland, Dawid Kruiper, and Little Karoo in the Northern Cape, and Dr Beyers Naude and Blue Crane Route in the Eastern Cape.
Provincial Weather Forecasts for 1 October 2025:
Gauteng
Residents should expect morning fog in the south, with partly cloudy skies and cool to warm temperatures throughout the day. The UVB sunburn index will be extremely high, so take precautions when outdoors.
Mpumalanga
Morning fog will affect the Highveld and escarpment areas. The weather will be partly cloudy, with some drizzle along the escarpment, while the Lowveld will remain cloudy.
Limpopo
Expect morning fog along the escarpment and in the south-central regions. The rest of Limpopo will see partly cloudy conditions, with cool to warm temperatures. Drizzle will occur along the escarpment, and the northeast will remain cloudy.
North West
The region will have partly cloudy skies and morning fog in the east. Windy conditions will dominate in the central and western parts, with warm temperatures during the day.
Free State
Expect morning fog in the eastern parts, with partly cloudy skies and cool to warm temperatures. Windy conditions will prevail in the west.
Northern Cape
The day will begin with morning fog in the west, followed by partly cloudy skies, windy conditions, and warm to hot temperatures. The far southwest will experience cloudiness, and the northeast will see clear skies.
Western Cape
Expect cloudy and cool to warm conditions, with scattered thundershowers and showers in the northeast. The UVB sunburn index will be high, so residents should take precautions against sun exposure.
Eastern Cape (Western Half)
The western part of the province will be partly cloudy with warm to hot weather. Scattered rain and showers will occur, particularly in the south.
Eastern Cape (Eastern Half)
Expect morning fog in the east, followed by partly cloudy skies and scattered rain and showers in the southwest. The weather will be hot in some areas.
KwaZulu-Natal
Morning fog will affect the interior, followed by partly cloudy skies. Cool to warm temperatures are expected, with strong north-easterly winds along the coast.
Key Takeaways:
- Severe winds will affect parts of the Northern and Western Cape, causing potential local damage and disruptions for high-sided vehicles.
- Extreme fire risks continue across parts of the Northern, Western, and Eastern Cape, requiring close attention to fire prevention.
- High UV radiation will be a concern in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and other provinces, requiring effective sun protection.
- The rest of the country will experience partly cloudy skies, morning fog, cool to warm temperatures, and scattered rain in the south.
Precautionary Measures:
- Secure loose items outdoors and avoid traveling during the peak wind hours.
- Follow fire safety protocols to prevent wildfires in fire-prone areas.
- Use appropriate sun protection, especially in areas with high UV exposure like Gauteng and Western Cape.
Stay updated with the latest information from the South African Weather Service to stay safe in the face of these extreme weather conditions.
