Clifton Beach comprises four separate beach coves, numbered 1 through 4 from north to south, along Cape Town’s Atlantic seaboard.

Shorts and slops or an umbrella? Here’s what the weather holds for every province in South Africa on Thursday, 3 August 2023. SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS NIL FIRE DANGER WARNINGS: Extremely high fire danger conditions are expected over the northern, central and southern parts of the Northern Cape, as well as in places over the […]

In winter, some birds seek shelter from harsh weather conditions. While some birds migrate, others adapt to their regular habitat. WHAT BIRDS DO WHEN IT SNOWS During snowfall, birds actively seek suitable shelter. They look for warm, predator-free spots with access to food. Here are some common hiding spots for birds during the snow. 1. […]

After more than 10cm of snow was predicted for the region (and well into Lesotho) over the weekend, the area has become an inviting playground for outdoor enthusiasts and photographers alike. ALSO READ: Gauteng Midday Weather Update: Fine conditions expected across the province Jaco Den Heyer went for a motorbike ride above Tiffindell Ski Resort on Monday afternoon […]

Damaging waves between 4.5 – 7m are expected along the coast in the Eastern Cape according to the South African Weather Service (SAWS). The warning was issued on Monday, 31 July and is valid until 16:00 on Tuesday, 1 August. DAMAGING WAVES IN THE EASTERN CAPE The weather service said a tight pressure gradient between a cold […]

In the wake of the damages caused by gale force winds this weekend in the Eastern Cape, the MEC for Cogta in the Province together with Buffalo City Metro leadership visited the families of those who lost their loved ones. BUFFALO CITY UPDATES ON EASTERN CAPE DISASTER As the Metro has started undertaking mopping up operations and […]

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 4 warning for snow in two provinces; the Western Cape and Northern Cape. The warning is valid from Saturday, 29 July until Sunday, 30 July. SNOW EXPECTED IN TWO PROVINCES The weather service said an intense cut-off low pressure system is expected to affect the Western […]

Extreme COLD, rain and heavy SNOW expected soon in these parts of South Africa this weekend. EXTREME COLD WITH UP TO 20CM OF SNOW EXPECTED According to Voxweather, forecaster Annette Botha, freezing levels are expected to drop significantly from Saturday into Sunday as a strong cold front and possible cut-off low is expected to bring rain and SNOW. “A […]

Shorts and slops or an umbrella? Here’s what the weather holds for every province in South Africa on Thursday, 27July 2023. SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS: A. Yellow Level 1 Warning: Waves resulting in difficulty in navigation at sea for small vessels and person watercraft is expected between Alexander Bay and Plettenberg Bay FIRE DANGER WARNINGS: […]

Freezing levels with up to 20cm SNOW are expected in these parts of South Africa this weekend. FREEZING LEVELS WITH UP TO 20CM OF SNOW EXPECTED According to Voxweather, forecaster Annette Botha, freezing levels are expected to drop significantly from Saturday into Sunday as a strong cold front and possible cut-off low is expected to bring rain and SNOW. […]

Shorts and slops or an umbrella? Here’s what the weather holds for every province in South Africa on Wednesday, 26 July 2023. SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS: A. Yellow Level 1 Warning: Waves resulting in difficulty in navigation at sea for small vessels and person watercraft are expected between Cape Columbine and Cape Agulhas from Wednesday […]

Shorts and slops or an umbrella? Here’s what the weather holds for every province in South Africa on Friday, 21 July 2023. SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS: A. Yellow level 2 warning: Disruptive snow leading to dangerous driving conditions and loss of vulnerable livestock is expected over the central and northern high-lying areas of the Eastern […]

The KZN Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) says it has activated all its disaster management teams as bitterly cold and wet weather is expected in the province. Snow is also expected to make landfall. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) said a cut-off low is expected to develop over the southern interior of South […]

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says cold weather, accompanied by overcast, rainy conditions, can be expected to set in over parts of the Northern Cape, North West, Gauteng, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) and Mpumalanga this week. The weather service had warned that a cut-off low is expected to develop over the southern interior of South Africa […]

Shorts and slops or an umbrella? Here’s what the weather holds for every province in South Africa on Wednesday, 19 July 2023. SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS: A. A yellow level 2 warning for waves leading to difficulty in navigation at sea for small vessels and disruption to small harbours and ports is expected between Cape […]

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for disruptive snow in the Eastern Cape. The warning is valid from Wednesday, 19 July until Thursday, 20 July. DISRUPTIVE SNOW EXPECTED IN THE EASTERN CAPE A cut-off low is expected to develop over the southern interior of South Africa. This system will result […]

Shorts and slops or an umbrella? Here’s what the weather holds for every province in South Africa on Tuesday, 18 July 2023. SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS: A yellow level 2 warning for waves leading to difficulty in navigation at sea for small vessels and disruption to small harbours and ports are expected between Cape Columbine […]

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 1 warning for winds and waves in the Western Cape. The warning is valid from Tuesday, 18 July to Wednesday, 19 July. WINDS WAVES IN THE WESTERN CAPE The weather service said very rough seas with wave heights of 4.0 to 5.0m and a period of […]

Shorts and slops or an umbrella? Here’s what the weather holds for every province in South Africa on Friday, 14 July 2023. SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS: NIL FIRE DANGER WARNINGS: Extremely high fire danger conditions are expected over the Kai !Garib Local Municipality of the Northern Cape Province. ADVISORIES: NIL ALSO READ: Weather forecast live updates […]

Shorts and slops or an umbrella? Here’s what the weather holds for every province in South Africa on Thursday, 13 July 2023. SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS: A Yellow Level 1 Warning: Wind leading to localised reduced visibility due to blowing dust and sand is expected over Richtersveld and Nama Khoi Municipali- ties in the Northern […]

With the cold front expected to batter parts of Gauteng over the next couple of days, the City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services has reminded residents of heating tips to live by. FAMILIES URGED TO EXERCISE CAUTION DURING COLD DAYS Due to spikes in negligence during Winter, the City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services has urged families to be safe […]

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 South African Weather Service (SAWS) has confirmed that parts of Gauteng observed snow on Monday morning. “A cold front caused a significant drop in temperatures over today, Monday, 10 July 2023. The maximum temperatures are expected to reach 13°C in the northern areas of Gauteng, with minimum temperatures recorded to have met criteria for […]

A rare snowfall dusted Johannesburg and other high-lying parts of South Africa on Monday, with weather services warning of potential road closures and dangerously cold temperatures. ALSO READ: Snow, very cold weather expected in THESE parts of Mpumalanga Residents in the business hub woke up to snowfalls lightly covering rooftops and gardens as a cold front […]

The South African Weather Services (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for disruptive rain for parts of KwaZulu-Natal. The warning is valid on Monday until 23:00. DISRUPTIVE RAIN EXPECTSED IN PARTS OF KZN The weather service said scattered showers and thundershowers are expected over the eastern parts of KZN on Monday. Some areas around […]