KwaZulu-Natal starts the working week on the wet side, with showers and thundershowers around Durban on Monday sitting between 18 and 25C, easing to slight rain on Tuesday. Midweek stays unsettled as more showers and thundershowers roll through on Wednesday and Thursday, before things settle into a cloudy Friday. Inland and up the coast run warmer, with Pietermaritzburg reaching 31C, Newcastle up to 28C, and Richards Bay peaking at 33C, all with showers and thundershowers in the mix.
Keep an eye on the west, where the South African Weather Service has severe thunderstorm warnings out for Estcourt, Ekuvukeni, Ladysmith and Underberg. If you are heading that way, pack a raincoat and give yourself extra time on the roads when the storms build.
Warnings and Advisories for KwaZulu-Natal
-Localised damage to infrastructure and settlements. -Localised flooding of susceptible roads and bridges. -Minor motor vehicle accidents due to slippery roads and poor visibility. -Difficult driving conditions on dirt and slippery roads. -Large amounts of small hail/ large hail over an open area.
What to do: Take caution or avoid traveling on bridges and roads in low lying areas as these may be susceptible to flooding and there may be sinkholes. Avoid outdoor activities as lightning, hail and flooding may result in injuries and death. If possible, stay indoors well clear of windows, shelter pets, and cover vehicles. Move livestock and cars to safe sheltered areas as there may be flying debris.
-Localised damage to infrastructure and settlements. -Localised flooding of susceptible roads and bridges. -Minor motor vehicle accidents due to slippery roads and poor visibility. -Difficult driving conditions on dirt and slippery roads. -Large amounts of small hail/ large hail over an open area.
What to do: Take caution or avoid traveling on bridges and roads in low lying areas as these may be susceptible to flooding and there may be sinkholes. Avoid outdoor activities as lightning, hail and flooding may result in injuries and death. If possible, stay indoors well clear of windows, shelter pets, and cover vehicles. Move livestock and cars to safe sheltered areas as there may be flying debris.
5-Day Weather Forecast: Durban
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Wind | Tides | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 21 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 25° 18° | 60% | SSE 10.0 km/h | H 00:10 · L 06:30 · H 13:00 · L 19:06 | |
| Tuesday 22 Sep | Slight rain | 23° 20° | 30% | NE 15.0 km/h | H 00:57 · L 07:08 · H 13:35 · L 19:35 | |
| Wednesday 23 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 26° 20° | 30% | NNE 10.0 km/h | H 01:35 · L 07:38 · H 13:55 · L 20:02 | |
| Thursday 24 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 23° 21° | 30% | SSW 10.0 km/h | H 01:58 · L 08:02 · H 14:17 · L 20:27 | |
| Friday 25 Sep | Cloudy | 23° 20° | 0% | NNE 10.0 km/h | H 02:27 · L 08:24 · H 14:44 · L 20:50 |
More weather forecasts for KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Wind | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 21 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 24° 13° | 60% | ESE 5.0 km/h | |
| Tuesday 22 Sep | Slight rain | 25° 13° | 30% | ENE 5.0 km/h | |
| Wednesday 23 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 31° 13° | 60% | NW 5.0 km/h | |
| Thursday 24 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 23° 15° | 60% | SW 0.1 km/h | |
| Friday 25 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 28° 14° | 30% | SW 0.1 km/h |
Richards Bay
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Wind | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 21 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 30° 17° | 60% | N 5.0 km/h | |
| Tuesday 22 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 29° 17° | 30% | ENE 5.0 km/h | |
| Wednesday 23 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 33° 17° | 30% | N 5.0 km/h | |
| Thursday 24 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 30° 17° | 30% | S 5.0 km/h | |
| Friday 25 Sep | Cloudy | 31° 17° | 0% | NE 5.0 km/h |
Newcastle
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Wind | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 21 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 24° 11° | 60% | ESE 5.0 km/h | |
| Tuesday 22 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 26° 13° | 30% | ENE 5.0 km/h | |
| Wednesday 23 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 28° 13° | 60% | NW 5.0 km/h | |
| Thursday 24 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 26° 14° | 60% | E 5.0 km/h | |
| Friday 25 Sep | Showers and Thundershowers | 28° 14° | 30% | NE 5.0 km/h |
Forecast data: South African Weather Service (weathersa.co.za) and various 3rd party providers and AI Tools.