For the day, Pretoria can expect a minimum temperature of 15°C and a maximum of 31°C.
The South African Weather Service (Saws) has issued a warning for severe thunderstorms expected to affect parts of Gauteng, including the City of Tshwane, on Saturday afternoon and evening.
According to Saws, the warning is valid from 3pm on 3 January 2026 until 11.59pm the same day. The forecast indicates a risk of localised damage to infrastructure, property and vehicles, as well as possible impacts on settlements, particularly informal areas.
Saws warned that severe thunderstorms could cause localised flooding of susceptible roads, low-lying areas, and bridges.
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