Rain, rain and more rain forecast for these SA provinces

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of widespread showers and severe thunderstorms across parts of the country.

Apr 13, 2026 - 20:00
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Rain, rain and more rain forecast for these SA provinces

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of widespread showers and severe thunderstorms across parts of the country as a cut-off low pressure system continues to influence weather conditions over the central interior.

The system has resulted in scattered to widespread rainfall over central and eastern provinces, with forecasters saying it is expected to move out of the mainland by Tuesday.

However, unsettled conditions are likely to persist throughout the week.

Severe thunderstorms expected in multiple provinces

SAWS says partly cloudy conditions are expected in the western parts of the country, while other regions will remain cloudy and cool to warm with isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers.

Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued for Monday, particularly affecting:

  • Gauteng
  • Mpumalanga Highveld and escarpment areas
  • Southern parts of Limpopo

Authorities warn of a high likelihood of minor impacts, including damage to informal settlements, infrastructure, vehicles, livestock and livelihoods.

Level 2 warning

Level 4 warning

Flood risk in vulnerable areas

SAWS has also cautioned that the escarpment regions of Mpumalanga face a low likelihood of more significant impacts, including localised flooding of low-lying roads, bridges and settlements.

Officials say intense storm cells could quickly develop and lead to disruptive conditions in affected areas.

Unsettled weather to continue midweek

Although the cut-off low is expected to exit by Tuesday, SAWS says conditions will remain unstable into Wednesday, with continued isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers expected across parts of the country.

Public urged to remain alert

The weather service has urged the public to closely monitor official forecasts and warnings, which may be updated as conditions evolve.

Residents are also advised to avoid relying on unverified weather information and to follow official advisories during severe weather events.

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