Gauteng weather: Heatwave grips northern areas until Monday

Residents in northern Gauteng can expect another hot day as a heatwave continues to affect parts of the province.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned that persistently high temperatures will continue in northern Gauteng until Monday, 2 November 2026.

The heatwave also affects the Highveld and parts of the escarpment in Mpumalanga, as well as the Chris Hani and Alfred Nzo district municipalities in the Eastern Cape.

Which parts of Gauteng are affected?

SAWS has identified northern Gauteng as the area affected by the heatwave.

The advisory does not cover the entire province, so residents should check their local forecasts to see how hot conditions will become in their areas.

According to SAWS, the heatwave will persist until Monday, 2 November.

This means residents in affected areas could experience another day of unusually high temperatures before the advisory period ends.

However, the end of the advisory does not necessarily mean temperatures will drop immediately.

How can residents stay safe during the heatwave?

People spending time outdoors should drink plenty of water, take regular breaks in shaded areas and avoid strenuous activities during the hottest part of the day.

Residents should also check on older people, young children and anyone who may struggle to cope with prolonged heat.

SAWS may update its advisory if weather conditions change.

Gauteng weather: Hot conditions and afternoon thundershowers

SAWS expects partly cloudy and hot conditions across Gauteng on Sunday, with isolated afternoon showers and thundershowers.

Temperatures will climb even higher in places in the north, where the heatwave advisory remains in effect.

The province’s UVB sunburn index will also reach very high, increasing the risk of sunburn for people spending extended periods outdoors.

Although SAWS expects isolated afternoon showers and thundershowers in Gauteng, rain will not necessarily reach every area.

Residents should therefore continue taking precautions against the heat rather than relying on afternoon rain to cool conditions.