SA vs PAK: weather forecast in Cape Town for the second test | South Africa vs Pakistan 2024-25
The second test of Pakistan tour of South Africa 2024-25 will be held in Newlands, Cape Town, on 3 January (Friday). After a thrilling finish to the first Test, South Africa hold a 1-0 lead in the two-match series after narrowly defeating Pakistan by just 2 wickets. An all-round performance secured the win, with the Protea bowlers playing a key role. Marco Jansen he was instrumental, taking 7 wickets in both innings, while Dane Paterson took 6 wickets and Corbin Bosch 5 wickets with valuable runs.
With this win, South Africa not only gained a crucial lead in the series but also secured their place in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 finals. The victory, marked by tense moments and dramatic turns, was a confirmation of the resilience of the South African team. He also highlighted the excellent leadership of Temba Bavuma, further cementing his reputation as a capable Test captain for South Africa.
Weather forecast for Cape Town for the second test
Weather conditions for the second Test in Cape Town will play a key role in shaping the outcome of the match. Here is the detailed weather forecast for each game day:
Friday (1st day):
The opening day of the second Test is expected to provide perfect conditions for cricket. With a clear sky and a temperature of 25°C, the players can expect a pleasant day on the court. Humidity will be 68%, ensuring the air remains pleasant, while a light breeze of 19km/h could help the bowlers, especially early on.
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Saturday (2nd day):
Day two will see continued favorable conditions. The sky will remain clear, but the temperature will drop slightly to 23°C. Humidity will remain at 66%, maintaining comfortable conditions for both players and spectators. The wind will weaken slightly to 14 km/h, and during the day there will be light winds.
Sunday (3rd day):
The weather on Day 3 will bring a bit more variety. Although the day will start mostly sunny, with the possibility of clouds, the temperature will be up to 22°C. There will also be a slight increase in precipitation, with a 10% chance of rain. Humidity will drop to 56% and the wind will pick up to 21 km/h, which could help the bowlers more, especially later in the day.
Monday (4th day):
On the fourth day, slightly better weather is expected, with mostly sunny skies. The temperature will remain at 23°C, and the chances of precipitation will decrease to only 5%. Humidity will be 57% and the wind will pick up, reaching 26 km/h, which could make the day more challenging for the hitters and provide more help to the pitchers.
Tuesday (5th day):
The weather on the last day of the Test match will be similar to the conditions on the third and fourth day. The temperature will again be 23°C, with a slight increase in precipitation up to 15%. The humidity will be 63% and the wind will blow at a speed of 16 km/h, which could affect the flow of the game as the match draws to a close.
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