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Breezy and bright before the storms – Thursday weather forecast
Good morning, Joburg Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for Thursday, 17 September 2026.
Today’s weather in Johannesburg will feature hazy sunshine and breezy conditions, with a high of 28°C and a low of 12°C.
The UV index will reach as high as 9, while cloud cover will reach around 38% during the day.
A northerly wind will move through Johannesburg at around 24kph, with gusts reaching up to 59kph.
This evening, winds will shift north-northeasterly at around 15kph, with gusts reaching up to 39kph.
There is a 25% chance of precipitation during the day, rising to 70% overnight. The chance of thunderstorms overnight is 30%.
You can catch the sunrise at 6:04am and the sunset at 6:02pm, giving Johannesburg around 11 hours and 58 minutes of daylight.
Wishing you a pleasant and productive Thursday.
