Gauteng, along with parts of several other provinces, should prepare for heavy rain starting Sunday and continuing into the week.
The South African Weather Service has forecast thunderstorms throughout the week for Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, and the North West provinces. These thunderstorms may bring heavy rain, hail, damaging winds, and excessive lightning.
Over the weekend, various areas in Gauteng experienced rain, but there have been no reports of flooding or damage so far.
On Monday, there is a 70 percent chance of rain, with a maximum temperature expected to reach 19°C degrees Celsius. Johannesburg will experience cool weather, with temperatures peaking at 17°C degrees Celsius, and a 60 percent chance of rain, according to the South African Weather Service.
Disruptive rain is expected to continue in parts of Gauteng throughout the week, with temperatures ranging from the high teens to the low 20s.
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Gauteng and other parts of South Africa. The anticipated downpours could lead to localized flooding in vulnerable low-lying areas, as well as on roads and bridges.
More rain is precticted in Gauteng
Head of Personal Underwriting at Santam Marius Kemp shared the following tips on how to drive through a downpour:
- If at all possible, avoid areas prone to flooding – particularly in periods of heavy downpours
- Monitor the local radio stations in your area for weather and traffic updates and plan your route accordingly
- Reduce your driving speed in rainy conditions and increase your following distance from the vehicle in front of you
- Make sure your headlights are switched on (Do not put these on the bright setting)
- Be alert and be aware of the vehicles around you – particularly in times of poor visibility
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