If January had you questioning your life choices every time you stepped outside, I have good news: February is taking its foot (slightly) off the gas. While the heat isn’t exactly waving goodbye, we are getting a breather with fewer scorching highs and a bit of relief in the form of wind, clouds, and even some rain.
IF JANUARY had you questioning your life choices every time you stepped outside, I have good news: February is taking its foot (slightly) off the gas. While the heat isn’t exactly waving goodbye, we are getting a breather with fewer scorching highs and a bit of relief in the form of wind, clouds, and even some rain.
Let’s dive into this week’s forecast and see what the sky has in store for us.
Monday, February 3 – Hot and Hectic
Kimberley, brace yourself – Monday is coming in hot at 36°C, so keep the water bottles and shade nearby. The north-westerly winds will give us an occasional slap at 15km/h, but don’t get too excited – the gusts could reach 41km/h, just enough to knock over your braai stand. No rain, no relief, just partly sunny and scorching. The evening cools down to 22°C, with clear skies and a 19km/h northerly breeze, perfect for that late-night stroll (or finding your garbage bin).
Tuesday, February 4 – The Winds of Change?
Dropping to 35°C, Tuesday still brings the heat, but morning winds (22km/h, gusting up to 43 km/h) might make it feel bearable. Cloud cover increases as the day rolls on, teasing us with a 40% chance of rain in the evening. If the thunderstorm actually shows up, it’ll be brief – about 2 hours of rain, just enough to make the streets smell like wet tar and disappoint your plants. Overnight, we settle at 22°C, with a gentle easterly breeze (13km/h) and partly cloudy skies.
Wednesday, February 5 – We’ve Got a Situation
Now this is interesting – 32°C, a notable drop! But before you celebrate, afternoon showers and a thunderstorm will roll in. With a 66% chance of rain (3.4mm expected), you might actually hear the sound of raindrops instead of sizzling sidewalks. Wind gusts hit 48km/h, so secure the washing line. The night? A crisp 20°C, partly cloudy, and a calmer 13km/h breeze – a perfect evening to sit outside and ponder life.
Thursday, February 6 – A Mixed Bag
Starting off overcast, Thursday plays hard to get. The morning gloom clears into a mix of clouds and sun with 33°C on the cards. Winds from the south-south-east (11km/h, gusting up to 63km/h) will have doors slamming dramatically, and while there’s a 25% chance of rain, it’s mostly just a bluff. Night-time drops to 20°C, with scattered clouds and a 22km/h easterly breeze.
Friday, February 7 – Drama Incoming
Things start off calm, but don’t be fooled – windy conditions (gusts up to 63km/h) and an afternoon thunderstorm (42% chance) are on the horizon. At 33°C, it’s warm but not unbearable. The real action is Friday night, with an evening thunderstorm (64% chance, 8.1mm of rain) that could actually cool things down to 18°C. A well-deserved break after this long, hot stretch!
Final Thoughts – February’s Got Some Tricks
Compared to the relentless furnace of January, this week offers some relief, even if the heat still dominates. A couple of decent temperature drops, some windy moments, and a few thunderstorms should shake things up.
While it’s not time to pack away the sunscreen, you might just get a chance to breathe without feeling like a roast chicken. Stay hydrated, tie down your garden furniture, and let’s see if those storms actually deliver!
Source: AccuWeather