A bright, warm start to the weekend – Friday weather forecast

Good morning, Joburg Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for Friday, 23 October 2026.

Today’s weather in Johannesburg will be very warm with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 31°C and a low of 14°C. Expect a hot and bright day with clear skies from start to finish.

The UV index will reach an extreme level of 12. The AccuLumen Brightness Index™ is rated at 10, meaning it will be a very bright day, sunscreen is essential if you’re spending time outdoors.

Expect around 0% cloud cover during the day and overnight, with clear skies throughout.

A south-southwesterly wind will move through Johannesburg at around 11kph, with gusts reaching up to 32kph.

This evening, conditions will remain clear, with winds shifting to westerly at around 9kph, and gusts reaching 24kph.

There is a 0% chance of precipitation during the day and a 2% chance overnight, with no thunderstorms expected.

You can catch the sunrise at 05:26 and the sunset at 18:19, giving Johannesburg around 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight.

Wishing you a wonderful Friday and a fantastic weekend ahead, Joburg! Stay cool, stay hydrated, and enjoy the sunshine!

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