South African Weather Service releases Seasonal Climate Watch: August – December 2025 outlook!

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has published its latest Seasonal Climate Watch, offering a long-range weather outlook for the period August to December 2025. The report highlights that the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) remains in a neutral phase, with no significant shifts anticipated in the coming months. It's important to note that ENSO typically has minimal influence on South Africa’s climate during the winter season and is not expected to play a major role during this period.

As South Africa transitions into spring and early summer, rainfall patterns begin to shift, particularly across the eastern and southeastern regions. According to SAWS, these areas can expect above-normal rainfall during early and mid-spring, while most other regions are likely to experience below-normal rainfall.
Heading into late spring, however, below-normal rainfall is forecasted for most parts of South Africa.
In terms of temperature, above-normal minimum and maximum temperatures are expected across large portions of the country throughout the spring months.

Travellers and residents should remain informed and plan accordingly, especially in regions sensitive to changing rainfall and temperature trends.