South Africa is expected to have variable cloudiness in the central and eastern regions on Thursday, with possible short-term rains in parts of KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga.
According to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), the rest of the country can expect clear weather with warm or cool conditions.
Forecast for Thursday
SAWS predicts that variable cloudiness will be observed over the central and eastern parts of South Africa on Thursday. Isolated showers are possible in the KwaZulu-Natal area and the Mpumalanga escarpment, while clear weather with warm or cool temperatures is expected elsewhere.
The forecast anticipates an overall calm day, but residents in the affected eastern areas should be prepared for the possibility of isolated precipitation. SAWS issued this forecast for Thursday and Friday, August 21, predicting variable cloudiness in the central and eastern parts of the country. The weather service noted that short-term rains are possible in KwaZulu-Natal and the Mpumalanga escarpment, while clear and moderate temperatures are expected elsewhere.
Warnings and Advice
At the time of publication, no special weather warnings or advisories had been issued for Thursday; however, residents are advised to monitor updates from SAWS for any changes in the forecast or the appearance of new regional warnings.
Forecast for Friday, August 21
The SAWS forecast also covers Friday, August 21. The same general picture is expected to persist: variable cloudiness in the central and eastern parts of the country and the possibility of isolated rains in KwaZulu-Natal and the Mpumalanga escarpment. The rest of the country should remain clear with warm or cool conditions, as before.

