Potch Freezes Over: From Thunderstorms to Frosty Mornings, Your Complete Cold Weather Story
- Karen Scheepers
- Jun 26
- 2 min read
Winter has officially settled in across Potchefstroom, and the next few days will be a rollercoaster of cold air, dramatic shifts, and frosty beauty. From a stormy Thursday to crystal-clear but freezing mornings, here’s your day-by-day weather breakdown in a structured, story-style format, perfect for planning your week ahead.
🌩️ Thursday: Thunder Before the Chill
A dramatic transition kicks off the cold spell with thunderous weather that later gives way to a temperature plunge.
Early Hours (02h00 – 08h00):
🌡️ 12°C down to 11°C
🌥️ Partly cloudy
💨 Winds from North to NNW at 15.0 km/h
💧 Humidity at 45%
Afternoon to Evening (14h00 – 20h00):
🌦️ Thundershowers expected
🌡️ High of 17°C, dropping to 12°C
💧 Humidity rising from 30% to 60%
💨 Winds shift from West to SW at 15.0 km/h
Overview:
🌡️ Min: 6°C | Max: 17°C
🌧️ 30% chance of rain (±3 mm)
🥶 Friday: Enter the Frost
Friday ushers in a biting cold with one of the lowest temperatures seen this season — brace for icy toes!
Morning Chill (02h00 – 08h00):
❄️ 4°C dropping to a bone-chilling 2°C
🌤️ Skies: From partly cloudy to clear
💧 Humidity: 65–70%
💨 Winds SSW at 10.0 to 5.0 km/h
Daytime Warmth (14h00 – 20h00):
🌡️ Rises to 11°C before cooling to 5°C
🌞 Clear skies
💧 Humidity: 30–50%
💨 Winds steady from the South
Overview:
🌡️ Min: 1°C | Max: 12°C
🌧️ No rain expected
🧊 Saturday: Winter at its Peak
Saturday will likely feel like the coldest day of the week with early-morning temperatures brushing 0°C.
Freezing Start (02h00 – 08h00):
🌡️ 1°C to 3°C
🌤️ Clear skies
💧 Humidity: 60%
🌀 Wind: Nearly still at 0.1 kt from SW
Midday to Night (14h00 – 20h00):
🌡️ Peaks at 14°C, settles at 7°C
🌞 Clear throughout
💨 Winds: Light NW to SW breeze
Overview:
🌡️ Min: 0°C | Max: 14°C
🌧️ No rain forecasted
☀️ Sunday: Clear Skies, Warmer Heart
Still frosty, but Sunday offers a slight reprieve in the afternoon with mellow temperatures and no wind to ruffle your scarf.
Morning (08h00):
🌡️ 5°C
🌞 Clear skies
💧 Humidity: 55%
💨 SE wind at 5.0 kt
Evening (20h00):
🌡️ 9°C
💧 Humidity: 35%
💨 Winds shift east
Overview:
🌡️ Min: 0°C | Max: 17°C
🌧️ 0% chance of rain
📅 Monday to Midweek: The Chill Holds Firm
Clear skies continue to reign, with gentle warming trends in the afternoons but consistently icy mornings.
Monday:
🌡️ Morning: 2°C | Afternoon: 16°C
🌤️ Clear and wind-still
🌧️ Rain: 0%
Tuesday:
🌡️ Morning: 4–5°C | Afternoon: 17°C
🌞 Crystal-clear skies
💨 Calm breezes
Wednesday:
🌡️ Morning: 3–4°C | Afternoon: 18°C
🌤️ Dry and slightly warmer
💧 Humidity stays moderate
Potchefstroom is set for a true Highveld winter experience, thunder-laced beginnings giving way to sharp overnight chills and bright, still days. While the cold may bite, the absence of rain and persistent sunshine provides the perfect backdrop for hot drinks, winter gear, and scenic walks in golden light.
Stay bundled, drive safely in the early morning mist, and enjoy the crisp calm of a town wrapped in winter’s embrace.
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