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WELCOME to Kimberley’s ‘Too Hot to Handle’ weather update, where the sun demands all the attention, the wind can’t help but show off, and the rain drops by just to keep things interesting. Hold onto your hats and your hydration, because this week, Mother Nature is bringing the heat, the drama, and a sprinkle of thunderstorm mischief!
Let’s break it down day by day so you’re ready for whatever the skies throw at you."
Tuesday, January 21:
Kimberley, the heatwave is still strutting its stuff, and today’s no different. Expect a scorching 36°C - the sun clearly doesn’t need a break! Clouds might make a cameo, but don’t count on them to cool things down. The UV Index? A blistering 13, so sunscreen isn’t optional; it’s survival. Winds from the north at 17km/h will try their best to keep you cool, with gusts up to 44km/h. Rain? Not today, darling - just a teasing 25% chance. By evening, temperatures drop to a breezy 20°C, but with those gusts at 46km/h, it might feel like Mother Nature’s hairdryer.
Wednesday, January 22:
Hot and bothered continues with 36°C, but the afternoon’s bringing a little drama - a 40% chance of thunderstorms might spice things up. Winds will start their day job at 19km/h, and by the afternoon, gusts up to 48km/h might have your laundry doing cartwheels. If you’re into precipitation, there’s 1.1mm on the guest list, though it might be fashionably late. Evening cools to 20°C, but keep that umbrella handy; thunderstorms could crash the party again with 7mm of rain. Kimberley, you’re bringing the heat and the theatrics!
Thursday, January 23:
After the stormy antics, Thursday feels like a detox day - 33°C, partly sunny, and winds taking it easy at 15km/h. It’s a calm, composed kind of heat, but sadly no rain to add its refreshing touch. The evening chills out to a crisp 18°C, with clear skies perfect for reflecting on how hot it’s been lately. A low-key day in Kimberley terms.
Friday, January 24:
Back to full glamour with 37°C and sunshine stealing the spotlight. Clouds? Minimal. UV Index? A solid 13 again - this sun’s relentless, so SPF and shade are still your besties. Winds at 15 km/h will whisper sweet nothings, but gusts of 37km/h might mess with your hair. Evening cools to a respectable 18°C, with a partly cloudy sky to wind down a week of pure fire.
KEEP CALM AND WEATHER ON
And there you have it, Kimberley’s fabulous yet fiery weather week! Whether you’re braving the heat, dodging gusty winds, or dancing in the rain, just remember: hydrate, grab some shade, and slather on that SPF50. Stay cool and don’t let the heat steal your thunder!
Source: AccuWeather