Where will it SNOW today? Here is the latest SNOW update
Here is where you will find SNOW in South Africa TODAY. HERE IS WHERE THERE YOU WILL FIND SNOW The South Africa Weather Service (SAWS) issued an orange level 6 warning for possible disruptive snow in several parts of the country until Wednesday. “Snow started to fall this morning (Saturday) over the high-lying areas of […]
Here is where you will find SNOW in South Africa TODAY.
HERE IS WHERE THERE YOU WILL FIND SNOW
The South Africa Weather Service (SAWS) issued an orange level 6 warning for possible disruptive snow in several parts of the country until Wednesday.
“Snow started to fall this morning (Saturday) over the high-lying areas of the Western and Northern Cape and is expected to spread to the high-lying areas of the Eastern Cape later today, where it could become disruptive in places.”
SAWS
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It furthermore said light snowfall and sleet are still possible over the Highveld and the escarpment of Mpumalanga today, where expected temperatures for areas such as Dullstroom, Belfast, Roossenekal, Mariepskop, Mount Anderson, and Ermelo will not exceed 6°C.
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THESE AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED
These areas will be affected:
- Winterberg Mountain Range
- Sneeuberg Mountain Range
- South Drakensberg Mountain Range
- Swartberg Mountain Range
- Sutherland
- Beaufort West
- Graaff-Reinet
- Nieu-Bethesda
- Willowmore
- Uniondale
- Kokstad
- Underberg
- Harrismith
- Barkly East
- Molteno
- Volksrust
- Memel
- Greytown
- Bergville
- Fort Beaufort
- Komani
- AfriSki
- Lesotho
- Ermelo
- Belfast
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SEVERAL WARNINGS HAVE BEEN ISSUED FOR SEVERAL PARTS OF SA
It further advised that the combination of the very cold temperatures with possible snowfall poses a real risk for small stock farmers as well as any outdoor activities.
Meanwhile, more snow, cold weather, and rain are expected until Wednesday.
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‘EXTREMELY SUB-POLAR AIR IS EXPECTED WITH THE COLD FRONT’
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Meanwhile, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) previously advised the public and small-stock farmers that the loss of vulnerable livestock and crops can be expected in these cold weather conditions.
SMALL-STOCK FARMERS SHOULD PROVIDE SHELTER FOR VULNERABLE LIVESTOCK
“The weak and frail may also be vulnerable since their bodies won’t be able to retain their heat as easily.”
“Small stock farmers should provide shelter for their vulnerable livestock and cover sensitive crops. Shelter, soup and blankets should be provided to the weak and frail where possible.”
SAWS
HERE ARE THE TOP FIVE PLACES IN SA TO GO HUNT FOR SNOW:
- Underberg: Snowfalls in the Underberg can occur anywhere from May through to October. The highest recorded snowfall in the area and, therefore, possibly the best time to go in search of snow, is in August. Situated a mere 40kms from Underberg, Sani Pass is a great snow spot to explore, with the first winter snowfall having fallen there in late May this year. Be advised though that you need a 4 x 4 to drive up the pass.
- Golden Gate: The winter months in Golden Gate are very cold and temperatures can plummet to between -9 and -15°C. Snow is no stranger to this area.
- Midlands: Winter in the Natal Midlands is cool and dry, with occasional snow and frost and average temperatures of 6°C. August 2021 saw the KZN Midlands transformed into a white-blanketed wonderland along with other large parts of SA previously untouched by it.