Heatwave

South Africa braces for a scorching heatwave and isolated showers over the next few days, according to SAWS. Image: Pixabay

Durban erupts in a heatwave this week

Durban erupts in a heatwave this week, according to the SA Weather Service. Here’s what to know about your conditions.

Heatwave

South Africa braces for a scorching heatwave and isolated showers over the next few days, according to SAWS. Image: Pixabay

Durban erupts in a heatwave this week, according to the SA Weather Service.

Areas of Kwazulu-Natal affected by the heat include Durban North and surrounding areas. The South Coast will also feel the heat, including Port Shepstone and Margate.

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Here’s more about this week’s Kwazulu-Natal weather.

Durban erupts in a heatwave this week

Durban erupts in a heatwave this week, as temperatures soar to thirty degrees (Celsius) and higher.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued cautions for the Durban heatwave, which could last for the rest of this week.

Durban North and surrounding areas are hit hard. Other Kwazulu-Natal areas are also affected and feeling the heat.

Hotter conditions come for Gauteng, North-West, and the Northern Cape. Storms could be coming this weekend, but until then, South Africa is dealing with the heatwave.

Durban weather for the week

Durban weather heats up this week, according to the SAWS.

Areas of Kwazulu-Natal will experience increased heat and temperatures above thirty degrees. If it lasts for over three days, it’s a heatwave.

Prepare for potential dehydration and heatstroke. Drink enough water to stay hydrated. Avoid getting into direct sunlight. Exercise is a bad idea, says WebMD.

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