Pictures of a snowy, frosty and downright freezing South Africa Posted by Ilhaam Hoosain on 20 June 2022 Some South Africans are experiencing a winter wonderland. Areas like the Matroosberg mountains in the Western Cape saw fluffy snow over the weekend. Many residents in Sutherland in the Northern Cape woke up to frost which made for delightful pictures. Temperature determines the shape of an individual snowflake. Interestingly, snow that has just fallen absorbs sound waves and this results in a quiet ambience after heavy snow. After it melts and refreezes, the ice from the snow reflects sound waves and this allows sound to travel further and clearer. Snow is mostly trapped air and this makes it a great insulator. Many animals hibernate in the snow and igloos are said to be 100 degrees warmer inside than outside. It takes about an hour for a single snowflake to depart from its cloud and reach the earth. Report SA shared some footage with us. Take a look. Matroosberg Nature Reserve, Western Cape Sutherland Pictures: Storm Report SA ALSO READ 10 winter accommodation specials in the Western Cape Related Posts The whales are here! Humpbacks, southern rights and killers in Cape Town 15 June 2022 Between June and December, humpback, killer and southern right whales make their way from Antarctica... read more First winner announced of De Hoop Photo Competition 7 June 2022 The winner of the De Hoop Nature Photo Competition Round 1, Dionne Miles said her... read more Pictures of Hartenbos lagoon after breaching 3 June 2022 The popular Hartenbos lagoon has been breached artificially, allowing the fresh and saltwater to mix. Take... read more NEXT ARTICLE
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