South Africa’s weather for Wednesday, 6 August 2025, will be marked by cool, mostly sunny conditions nationwide, with a touch of winter chill in the early morning and pleasant temperatures by midday. The day brings dry air, crisp blue skies, and comfortable weather for outdoor activities across all provinces.
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Gauteng Weather
Johannesburg will start off chilly and quickly warm to mild temperatures, with partly cloudy intervals possible later in the afternoon. Pretoria, Soweto, Benoni, and Centurion will experience similar patterns; crisp mornings, a warm up through midday, and almost no chance of rain.
Key Highlights:
- Temperatures: 5°C to 20°C across major cities
- Conditions: Mostly sunny, with a mild afternoon and thin cloud bands late
| Location | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johannesburg | 6°C ☀️ | 12°C ☀️ | 17°C ☀️ | 19°C ⛅ | 14°C ☁️ | 10°C ☁️ |
| Pretoria | 7°C ☀️ | 13°C ☀️ | 19°C ☀️ | 20°C ⛅ | 15°C ☁️ | 9°C ☁️ |
| Soweto | 5°C ☀️ | 11°C ☀️ | 16°C ☀️ | 18°C ⛅ | 13°C ☁️ | 8°C ☁️ |
| Benoni | 5°C ☀️ | 11°C ☀️ | 16°C ☀️ | 18°C ⛅ | 13°C ☁️ | 8°C ☁️ |
| Centurion | 6°C ☀️ | 12°C ☀️ | 17°C ☀️ | 19°C ⛅ | 14°C ☁️ | 9°C ☁️ |
| Midrand | 6°C ☀️ | 12°C ☀️ | 17°C ☀️ | 19°C ⛅ | 14°C ☁️ | 9°C ☁️ |
| Alberton | 5°C ☀️ | 11°C ☀️ | 16°C ☀️ | 17°C ⛅ | 12°C ☁️ | 7°C ☁️ |
| Germiston | 5°C ☀️ | 11°C ☀️ | 16°C ☀️ | 17°C ⛅ | 12°C ☁️ | 7°C ☁️ |
| Vanderbijlpark | 5°C ☀️ | 11°C ☀️ | 16°C ☀️ | 17°C ⛅ | 12°C ☁️ | 7°C ☁️ |
| Krugersdorp | 5°C ☀️ | 11°C ☀️ | 16°C ☀️ | 17°C ⛅ | 12°C ☁️ | 7°C ☁️ |
Western Cape Weather
Cape Town expects variable clouds in the morning, giving way to abundant afternoon sunshine. Stellenbosch and George will see similar mild starts and warm, clear afternoons.
Key Highlights:
- Temperatures: 12°C to 21°C
- Conditions: Cloudy early, clear and sunny later
| Location | 06:00 | 12:00 | 18:00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | 12°C ⛅ | 19°C ☀️ | 15°C ☁️ |
| Stellenbosch | 11°C ⛅ | 20°C ☀️ | 14°C ☁️ |
| George | 10°C ⛅ | 18°C ☀️ | 13°C ☁️ |
KwaZulu-Natal Weather
Warm and sunny in Durban, with sea breezes building through the afternoon. Pietermaritzburg and Richards Bay also remain warm, perfect for beach and outdoors.
Key Highlights:
- Temperatures: 13°C to 23°C
- Conditions: Mostly clear, warm, light clouds late
| Location | 06:00 | 12:00 | 18:00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durban | 15°C ☀️ | 22°C ☀️ | 19°C ⛅ |
| Pietermaritzburg | 13°C ☀️ | 21°C ☀️ | 17°C ⛅ |
| Richards Bay | 15°C ☀️ | 23°C ☀️ | 19°C ⛅ |
Eastern Cape Weather
Clear and mild, with Port Elizabeth and East London starting cool and ending the day with beautiful early-evening light.
Key Highlights:
- Temperatures: 11°C to 20°C
- Conditions: Morning clouds, sunny and mild afternoons
| Location | 06:00 | 12:00 | 18:00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Elizabeth | 12°C ⛅ | 19°C ☀️ | 15°C ☁️ |
| East London | 13°C ⛅ | 20°C ☀️ | 15°C ☁️ |
| Mthatha | 10°C ⛅ | 18°C ☀️ | 13°C ☁️ |
Free State Weather
A cold start, rapidly warming under clear winter sun. Frost possible in low-lying areas early morning.
Key Highlights:
- Temperatures: 0°C to 16°C
- Conditions: Very cold early, sunny later
| Location | 06:00 | 12:00 | 18:00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloemfontein | 1°C ☀️ | 16°C ☀️ | 10°C ☁️ |
| Welkom | 0°C ☀️ | 15°C ☀️ | 9°C ☁️ |
| Bethlehem | 0°C ☀️ | 14°C ☀️ | 8°C ☁️ |
Limpopo Weather
Crisp dawn but quickly warming to sunny, comfortable afternoon conditions. Polokwane, Thohoyandou, and Lephalale all benefit from dry air and plenty of sunshine.
Key Highlights:
- Temperatures: 3°C to 20°C
- Conditions: Chilly start, sunny, mild afternoon
| Location | 06:00 | 12:00 | 18:00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polokwane | 5°C ⛅ | 20°C ☀️ | 14°C ☁️ |
| Thohoyandou | 4°C ⛅ | 19°C ☀️ | 13°C ☁️ |
| Lephalale | 3°C ⛅ | 18°C ☀️ | 13°C ☁️ |
Mpumalanga Weather
Frost risk for early risers, but quickly warming to a bright, sunny day across Mbombela and beyond. Emalahleni and Secunda are slightly cooler but equally fair.
Key Highlights:
- Temperatures: 4°C to 20°C
- Conditions: Cold morning, bright sunny day
| Location | 06:00 | 12:00 | 18:00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mbombela | 6°C ☀️ | 20°C ☀️ | 15°C ⛅ |
| Secunda | 4°C ☀️ | 19°C ☀️ | 13°C ⛅ |
| Emalahleni | 4°C ☀️ | 19°C ☀️ | 13°C ⛅ |
North West Weather
Coldest at dawn, but with brilliant sunshine into the afternoon. Mahikeng, Rustenburg, and Klerksdorp will all be crisp, clear, and comfortable.
Key Highlights:
- Temperatures: 1°C to 17°C
- Conditions: Frost early, mild afternoon sun
| Location | 06:00 | 12:00 | 18:00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahikeng | 2°C ☀️ | 17°C ☀️ | 11°C ☁️ |
| Rustenburg | 2°C ☀️ | 17°C ☀️ | 11°C ☁️ |
| Klerksdorp | 1°C ☀️ | 16°C ☀️ | 10°C ☁️ |
Northern Cape Weather
A chilly dawn giving way to warmth, especially in Upington and Kimberley; Springbok cool but clear all day.
Key Highlights:
- Temperatures: 1°C to 22°C
- Conditions: Clear skies, dry, warm by afternoon
| Location | 06:00 | 12:00 | 18:00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kimberley | 2°C ☀️ | 18°C ☀️ | 12°C ☁️ |
| Upington | 4°C ☀️ | 22°C ☀️ | 17°C ☁️ |
| Springbok | 3°C ☀️ | 17°C ☀️ | 12°C ☁️ |
Have a Lovely Day!
South Africa enjoys a classic sunny winter Wednesday: cool mornings, clear afternoons, and mild, dry air in almost every province. Take advantage of the conditions, layer up for the start of the day and plan to enjoy the outdoors. Stay tuned to the SA Weather Service for real-time info and enjoy the winter sun!
