A cold front has made landfall over parts of the Western Cape, bringing wet, windy, and very cold conditions.
Snow is expected over mountainous areas of the Free State, KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga.
Forecaster Mathebula Langutelani says the adverse weather conditions are expected to continue on Sunday.
“20 to 40 mm rainfall accumulation is expected over the south-eastern parts of the Western Cape on Sunday in areas such as Mossel Bay, Knysna, and Plettenberg Bay. We’re expecting a significant drop in daytime temperatures with maximum temperatures ranging between 8 to 10 degrees celsius in places over the southern parts of the Namaqua District in the Northern Cape, as well as over the interior and southern parts of the Western Cape,” says Langutelani.
☔️⛈️ Weather alert| A cold front, with an associated steep upper-air trough is expected to make landfall over the Western and Northern Cape on Sunday, 9 August 2026, bringing cold to very cold, wet and windy conditions as well as rough sea conditions, with snowfalls over the… pic.twitter.com/GbX6ZyozHk
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The government has urged the public to remain vigilant as a cold front moves into the country.
Government has warned of possible localised flooding, damaging winds, rough seas and disruptions to travel.
Government Spokesperson William Baloyi says motorists, communities and farmers are urged to take precautions, with farmers advised to ensure livestock is sheltered and protected.
“Members of the public are urged to monitor the latest SAWS weather forecasts and warnings and follow guidance issued by disaster management authorities. Plan journeys carefully and check weather and road conditions before travelling, particularly in areas where heavy rain, snow or strong winds are expected. Exercise extra caution when driving in adverse weather conditions, reduce speed, maintain a safe following distance and use headlights where visibility is poor,” says Baloyi.
