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For current Dobsonville weather, today’s forecast and the week ahead, use the South African Weather Service (SAWS). This page does not show live conditions or forecasts. It explains where to find the official forecast for Soweto and Johannesburg, and what weather to expect in Dobsonville through the year.
Dobsonville sits on the Highveld. Summers are warm with afternoon thunderstorms, and winters are dry and sunny with cold nights and occasional frost.
Live forecast: SAWS Johannesburg detailed forecast (the nearest official city forecast for Dobsonville)
Weather warnings: SAWS warnings for Gauteng
Rainy season: roughly October to March, mostly as afternoon storms
Dry season: roughly May to September, with cold nights
Page reviewed: 13 September 2026 (climate averages only, no live data)
Current Dobsonville Weather
We do not publish current temperature or conditions here, because they change by the hour. SAWS is South Africa’s official weather authority. There is no separate SAWS forecast for Dobsonville, so use the Johannesburg city forecast as the closest official guide for Soweto.
Weather Today
For weather today or tomorrow in Dobsonville, open the SAWS Johannesburg forecast and check the expected high and low, the chance of rain and any storm notes. In summer, a clear morning can still turn into a thunderstorm by late afternoon.
Hourly Forecast
If you need hour-by-hour timing, for example to plan a school run, a taxi trip or an outdoor event, check the latest SAWS forecast shortly before you leave. Forecasts are updated during the day, so a forecast from the night before may already be out of date.
7-Day Forecast
SAWS publishes a multi-day forecast for Johannesburg. Treat 7-day and 10-day outlooks as a guide: the first two or three days are the most reliable, and later days often change.
Rain, Wind & Temperature
The averages below are for Johannesburg (O.R. Tambo International Airport, 1991 to 2020 climate normals). Dobsonville’s weather is broadly similar, but local conditions vary.
| Season | Average daytime high | Average night low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer (Dec to Feb) | About 25 to 26°C | About 15°C | Wettest months, about 100 to 130 mm a month |
| Autumn (Mar to May) | About 24°C falling to 20°C | About 13°C falling to 8°C | Tapers from about 95 mm to 20 mm |
| Winter (Jun to Aug) | About 16 to 20°C | About 3.5 to 6.5°C | Very dry, under 10 mm a month |
| Spring (Sep to Nov) | About 24 to 25°C | About 10 to 13°C | Rain returns, about 16 mm rising to 100 mm |
- Annual rainfall: about 720 mm, mostly between October and March.
- Summer storms: afternoon thundershowers are common and can bring lightning, hail, strong winds and heavy downpours.
- Winter cold: nights can drop below freezing and cause frost. The lowest recorded Johannesburg temperature is -8.2°C, in June 1979. Snow is rare, with recent falls in 2007, 2012 and 2023.
- Sun: UV levels are high at this altitude, especially in summer, even on mild days.
Weather Alerts
SAWS issues colour-coded, impact-based warnings. Yellow, orange and red show how serious the expected impact is, and a level number reflects how likely that impact is. Check the SAWS warnings page before travelling during storms or cold snaps, and follow instructions from the City of Johannesburg and emergency services.
Travel & Event Planning
- In summer, plan outdoor activities for the morning where possible and carry a raincoat or umbrella.
- Avoid driving or walking through flooded roads and low-water crossings during heavy storms.
- In winter, dress in layers for early starts and late evenings, as mornings can be close to freezing.
- Check the forecast before outdoor matches or gatherings, and see Events in Dobsonville for what is on.
Forecast Update Time & Data Source
Live forecasts, update times and warnings: South African Weather Service. Climate averages on this page come from 1991 to 2020 climate normals for Johannesburg (O.R. Tambo International Airport) and were reviewed on 13 September 2026. They describe typical conditions, not the weather on any particular day.