By Mapaballo Borotho
- Gauteng residents are experiencing cooler temperatures and rainy conditions after a hot Easter weekend.
- The South African Weather Service has forecast widespread showers and thunderstorms across Pretoria and Johannesburg.
- Residents are urged to prepare for wet weather and potentially hazardous road conditions throughout the week.
Gauteng residents woke up to a drop in temperatures on Tuesday, 07 April 2026, following a hot Easter weekend.
The South African Weather Service has warned residents to brace for a wet and cooler week, with widespread showers and thunderstorms expected across Pretoria and Johannesburg.
In Pretoria, rain and thunderstorms are expected from the early hours of Tuesday, with temperatures reaching a high of around 23°C and a low of 16°C. Showers are likely to persist into the afternoon and evening.
Looking ahead, Pretoria will experience milder conditions on Wednesday and Thursday, with temperatures ranging between 22°C and 24°C.
Johannesburg will see similar weather patterns, with showers and thunderstorms expected throughout Tuesday. Temperatures in the city of gold are expected to range between 14°C and 22°C, remaining relatively low for most of the week.
Residents are advised to plan for wet conditions, possible thunderstorms, and slippery roads across the province.
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