Here’s your weather roundup for Friday, 21 August 2026. Whether you’re planning a braai or just deciding if it’s a hoodie day, we’ve got you covered across South Africa’s major cities.
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Today’s forecast
| City | Conditions | Temperature | Feels like | Low / High | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johannesburg | Broken Clouds | 20°C | 19°C | 19°C – 21°C | 39% | 10 km/h |
| Cape Town | Broken Clouds | 17°C | 17°C | 16°C – 18°C | 70% | 11 km/h |
| Durban | Overcast Clouds | 20°C | 21°C | 20°C – 21°C | 84% | 8 km/h |
| Pretoria | Broken Clouds | 22°C | 21°C | 22°C – 23°C | 31% | 6 km/h |
| Gqeberha | Clear Sky | 17°C | 17°C | 16°C – 17°C | 92% | 5 km/h |
| Bloemfontein | Broken Clouds | 23°C | 21°C | 23°C – 23°C | 17% | 11 km/h |
Planning your day
Weather can shift quickly, especially heading into a change of season, so it’s worth checking again closer to when you actually head out. This roundup reflects conditions at the time of publishing.
Dress accordingly and have a good one.
