Level 4 storm warning for KZN on Sunday, Gauteng heatwave until Monday
SAWS has a Level 4 severe thunderstorm warning for most of KwaZulu-Natal on Sunday, 1 November, Level 2 storms in parts of the Eastern Cape and Mpumalanga, and a heatwave in northern Gauteng until Monday.
Most of KwaZulu-Natal is under a Yellow Level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms on Sunday, 1 November. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says heavy downpours, hail and excessive lightning could cause flooding and damage to homes and infrastructure. The north-east of the province is excluded (SAWS forecast via AfriWX).
At the same time, a heatwave is building over northern Gauteng, the Mpumalanga Highveld and parts of the Eastern Cape, and SAWS says it will last until Monday, 2 November (SAWS forecast via AfriWX).
Which warnings are in place for Sunday?
| Warning | Areas | What could happen |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow Level 4, severe thunderstorms | Most of KwaZulu-Natal, except the north-east | Flooding, damage to settlements and infrastructure |
| Yellow Level 2, severe thunderstorms | Joe Gqabi, Chris Hani, OR Tambo and Alfred Nzo districts (Eastern Cape) and the extreme south-east of Mpumalanga | Localised damage to property, flooded roads and bridges, power and communication outages |
| Heatwave advisory, until Monday | Chris Hani and Alfred Nzo (Eastern Cape), the Mpumalanga Highveld and escarpment, northern Gauteng | Persistently high temperatures |
Source: SAWS forecast for 1 November 2026, via AfriWX
The Mpumalanga storm warning runs from 15:00 until 23:59 on Sunday (The South African).
What will the weather be like in KZN and Durban?
Expect morning fog over the south-eastern interior, then a warm to hot morning, very hot in places in the north. Clouds build in the afternoon, with scattered showers and thundershowers. Along the coast, the wind turns from north-easterly to south-westerly by mid-morning in the south and reaches Richards Bay in the afternoon (SAWS forecast via AfriWX).
Durban can expect temperatures of 20°C to 27°C, with afternoon showers and thundershowers (The South African).
How hot will it get in Gauteng?
SAWS forecasts a partly cloudy, hot day in Gauteng with isolated afternoon thundershowers, and very hot conditions in places in the north of the province. The UV index is very high (SAWS forecast via AfriWX).
Limpopo will be hot to very hot, and the North West hot with isolated afternoon storms. Mahikeng could reach 35°C (The South African).
Will the storms cause power cuts?
Possibly, but not certainly. SAWS lists localised power and communication outages as a possible impact of the Level 2 storms in the Eastern Cape and Mpumalanga. Lightning, wind and falling trees can bring lines down (The South African).
If you see a fallen power line, stay away from it and report it to Eskom or your municipality (The South African).
What should you do if you're in a warning area?
- Don't drive or walk through flooded roads or low-water bridges.
- Secure loose items outside and park away from trees.
- Stay indoors during lightning.
- In the heat, drink water often, stay out of the midday sun and check on older relatives, young children and pets.
Warnings can be upgraded or lifted at short notice. Check the latest from the South African Weather Service before you travel.
FAQ
Is there a weather warning for KZN on Sunday, 1 November 2026?
Yes. SAWS has issued a Yellow Level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms with heavy downpours, hail and lightning over most of KwaZulu-Natal, except the north-east.
Is there a heatwave in Gauteng?
SAWS says a heatwave with persistently high temperatures is expected in northern Gauteng, the Mpumalanga Highveld and escarpment, and parts of the Eastern Cape, lasting until Monday, 2 November 2026.
What time is the Mpumalanga storm warning?
The Yellow Level 2 severe thunderstorm warning for the extreme south-east of Mpumalanga runs from 15:00 until 23:59 on Sunday, 1 November.
Where can I check the latest weather warnings?
The South African Weather Service publishes current warnings at weathersa.co.za. Warnings can change at short notice.