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Africa Satellite Weather Images

Monitor current cloud cover and rainfall patterns across Africa and Southern Africa with these satellite images. Updated regularly, these visualizations help you track developing weather systems and plan your outdoor activities accordingly.

About Weather Satellite Imagery

Weather satellites provide invaluable data about cloud formations, rainfall patterns, and storm systems. The images below come from various meteorological satellites that continuously monitor weather conditions over Africa and the surrounding regions.

These satellite images are particularly useful for:

  • Tracking developing storm systems and rainfall patterns
  • Monitoring cloud cover that may affect UV exposure levels
  • Identifying weather fronts moving across the continent
  • Planning outdoor activities based on expected weather conditions
Real-Time Satellite Imagery

Animated Live Cloud Cover for Africa

Animated Live Cloud Cover :: Africa
Real-time animated satellite image showing cloud movements across Africa

6 Hour Animated Satellite Picture of South Africa

SA Satellite Picture :: Current Rainfall
Six-hour animation showing weather patterns and rainfall over Southern Africa

Images are automatically updated regularly. Last update:

Weather Patterns and Sun Protection

While satellite images show cloud cover, it's important to remember that clouds don't provide complete protection from harmful UV rays:

  • Light or scattered clouds: Block only 10-20% of UV radiation
  • Thick cloud cover: Can still allow up to 50% of UV rays to reach the ground
  • Cloud edges: Can actually intensify UV radiation through reflection
  • High altitude clouds: Provide minimal UV protection

    • Weather & Sun Protection Resources

    For UV index information related to these weather patterns, check our dedicated UV monitoring pages:

    South Africa UV Index World UV Index

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