Wet weekend ahead for Cape Town as temperatures dip
The weekend forecast points to a combination of rain, cloud cover, cooler temperatures and stronger afternoon winds across Cape Town
Cape Town is bracing for a wet and cooler weekend, with rain and showers expected on both Saturday and Sunday, according to the South African Weather Service (Saws). Temperatures will dip to a minimum of 14°C and rise to a maximum of 18°C on Saturday, with a 60% likelihood of precipitation totaling 3mm. Rain will begin early in the morning, with temperatures of 16°C at 2am and 8am, before gradually becoming partly cloudy by evening.
A shift in winds from south-westerly to south-south-easterly will occur, with wind speeds increasing to 18.52km/h in the afternoon and 27.78km/h by 8pm. The temperature is expected to fall to 14°C by Saturday evening, with high humidity levels ranging between 80% and 90%.
Sunday is forecast to be cooler, with rain showers expected throughout the day. Saws predicts a minimum temperature of 12°C and a maximum of 15°C, with a 30% probability of rain and an expected rainfall total of 3mm. Morning temperatures will be around 13°C, while the evening is expected to reach 14°C. Winds will shift from a south-southeast direction to southerly, with speeds of 18.52km/h in the morning and 27.78km/h in the evening. Humidity will drop to 80% in the morning and 70% by the evening.
Cape Town residents are advised to prepare for wet conditions, particularly for outdoor activities, as both days carry a forecast for rainfall.
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