KZN weather: What to expect across the province this weekend

Cloudy skies and thundershowers will bring mixed weather to KwaZulu-Natal this weekend, while temperatures in some inland towns could climb to 35°C.

According to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), forecasts is showing different conditions across the province on Saturday and Sunday.

While Durban can expect a largely cloudy Saturday, Pietermaritzburg and Newcastle could experience afternoon thunderstorms and warmer conditions.

KZN weather at a glance

Location	Saturday	Sunday
Durban	23°C Overcast	27°C Cloudy, late rain
Pietermaritzburg	28°C Thundershowers	35°C Thundershowers
Newcastle	34°C Thundershowers	33°C Evening thundershowers

Saturday: Cloudy skies and afternoon thunderstorms

Durban will start Saturday with slight rain during the early hours before overcast skies take over for the rest of the day.

Temperatures will range between 21°C and 23°C and humidity will remain high.

Pietermaritzburg will start the day with slight rain, showers and thundershowers are expected in the afternoon.

Temperatures will climb to 28°C.

Newcastle can expect a hot Saturday, with temperatures reaching 34°C.

Cloudy skies will dominate the morning before showers and thundershowers develop in the afternoon and continue into the evening.

The forecast shows a 60% chance of rain, with around 10 mm expected.

Sunday: Warmer conditions with more thunderstorms inland

Durban will experience a warmer Sunday, with temperatures reaching 27°C.

The day will start with overcast skies before conditions improve to partly cloudy during the afternoon. However, slight rain could return by 20:00.

Sunday will bring much hotter conditions to Pietermaritzburg, with temperatures climbing to 35°C.

Newcastle will remain warm on Sunday, with temperatures reaching 33°C.

Showers and thundershowers could arrive during the evening, with the forecast showing a 30% chance of rain.

Here is what to keep in mind about KZN weather this weekend.

If you plan to spend time outdoors this weekend, keep an eye on the changing weather, especially in Pietermaritzburg and Newcastle, where forecasters expect thunderstorms.

Avoid exposed areas during lightning and seek shelter indoors if thunderstorms develop.

Durban residents heading to the beach should also keep an eye on Sunday’s stronger afternoon winds.

Weather conditions can change, so residents should check the latest SAWS forecasts and warnings before travelling or making outdoor plans.