By Mapaballo Borotho

- An intense cold front is expected to bring freezing temperatures to Gauteng this long weekend, with the mercury dropping to as low as 2°C.
- Forecasters say there is also a low probability of light snowfall in some higher-lying parts of the province, although the forecast remains subject to change.
- Residents are encouraged to keep warm and monitor the latest weather updates.
Weather forecasters have warned of an intense cold front set to hit Gauteng this long weekend, with temperatures expected to drop to as low as 2°C on Monday, 10 August 2026.
Residents have been urged to keep warm and follow precautionary measures during the cold weather conditions.
According to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), there is a slight chance of snowfall over the mountainous areas of the Free State, KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga.
Forecasters have also indicated a low probability of light snowfall over some higher-lying areas of Gauteng.
Regional weather service Gauteng Weather has also highlighted the potential for snow in the province as the cold front reaches Gauteng on Monday evening.
“Snow and heavy rain are possible in Gauteng from late Monday into Tuesday due to the cold snap. Only some models are picking up snow. This early forecast is subject to change, but we’re closely monitoring developments,” Gauteng Weather posted on X.
While the chances of snowfall in Gauteng remain uncertain, residents are advised to monitor the latest weather updates as forecasts may change over the coming days.
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