Johannesburg, South Africa
Projection · SSP2-4.5 · 2050s
38out of 100
Moderate
Johannesburg stays in the Moderate band but climbs 6 points within it by the 2050s, driven by the hazards below.
Emissions stay near today's levels into mid-century, then decline. Roughly where current policy points.
Extreme Heat
1.7 days above 95°F (range 0.7–2.7)
Medium confidence
Heavy Rain & Flood
3.1 days above 1 in. rain (range 2.1–4.1)
Medium confidence
Drought & Water Stress
Longest dry spell 89 days (range 69–110)
Medium confidence
Wildfire & Smoke
8.9 high fire-weather days (range 6.9–10.8)
Medium confidence
Coastal Flood & HurricaneNot applicable here