Cold Front: Western-/Southern Cape 8 - 10 May 2014

Prediction charts reflect a well developed cold front moving in over the Western Cape by Thursday the 8 May 2014.  The latest satellite image clearly reflect the cold front still south west of the country. Moderate to Heavy Rain (10 - 50mm), Cold conditions and Strong wind (+50 km/h) can be expected over parts of the Western Cape, Southern Cape, Northern Cape and Eastern Cape.  The possibility  of snow on the higher mountains cannot be ruled out as freezing levels is expected to drop by early Friday morning.  The latest GFS chart reflect heavy rainfall (50mm +) in areas of Cape Town and the Overberg for the above period. Flooding is expected should 50mm or more rain fall in these areas.  People living in these areas should take note and the necessary precautionary measures. 

Images: Eumetsat (Click on images for larger view.)

Finally: As always let's stay alert. The past two cold fronts did not produce severe weather. We need real time weather observations i.o.w. if you observe heavy rain, flooding, strong wind, rough seas, storm damage etc. inform the SAWXREP so that we in turn can keep the people informed. Tweet us at @SAWXREP or send us an email by clicking HERE. Do not assume that SAWXREP knows for certain that severe weather has occurred. Help us to spread the word about severe weather and NEVER assume that your weather observation report is not important. Every year people are killed or seriously injured by severe weather despite advanced warnings. While some did hear the warning, other heard the warning and did not respond or pay attention to it. There is really no better way than real time weather observation reports by the public when it comes to reporting severe weather in an area. SAWXREP would like to hear from you.