What’s the climate like in Cape Town?
The current climate in Cape Town features temperatures ranging from a high of 28°C to a low of 19°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 24°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 8°C and in the warmer months around 17°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Cape Town in recent years was 42°C in March 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 11°C in August 2020.
On average, Cape Town receives 605 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
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Best time to visit Cape Town?
The best time to visit Cape Town for sunny weather is January through May and July through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Cape Town. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Cape Town
The climate table of Cape Town shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Temp. max (°C) | 28 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 24 | 24 | 26 |
Temp. min (°C) | 18 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 17 |
Precipitation | ||||||||||||
Precipitation (mm) | 12 | 8,8 | 37 | 36 | 62 | 136 | 95 | 81 | 65 | 23 | 26 | 23 |
UV Index | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 24°C
- Highest temperature: 28°C in January and February
- Lowest temperature: 19°C in June, July and August
- Precipitation: 605 mm per year, averaging 50 mm per month
- Driest months: 8,8 mm in February, 12 mm in January and 23 mm in October
- Wettest months: 136 mm in June, 95 mm in July and 81 mm in August
Weather experiences in Cape Town
Upon arrival, it was a 24 degrees and lots of rain, it laste... more
There were many sunny days with occasional rain. The excelle... more
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Average Temperature per Month in Cape Town
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Cape Town, South Africa. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Cape Town
This graph shows how much rainfall Cape Town, South Africa, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Cape Town
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Cape Town, South Africa. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Cape Town
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Cape Town, South Africa. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Cape Town
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Cape Town, South Africa, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Cape Town
The weather in Cape Town is rated an average of 4,2 out of 5 stars by 6 visitors. Have you been to Cape Town? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewThere were many sunny days with occasional rain. The excellent temperature of about 25 degrees is ideal for outdoor activities and sunbathing. Sometimes it is too windy.— This text is automatically translated to English
A sunny day with the perfect temperature to relax, the next light rain bringing the city to life. A sweater for the night is a must.— This text is automatically translated to English
Because it rained occasionally, it was ideal for relaxing walks. Beach volleyball was a little chilly, but still possible.— This text is automatically translated to English
The January weather in Cape Town is phenomenal! Warm, sunny days are ideal for hiking or relaxing. Occasional breezes can be a problem, but overall it is an ideal summer destination.— This text is automatically translated to English
Despite the winter, the temperature was around 15 degrees Celsius. There were a few rainy days, but most of the time it was dry and clear. Great time to visit Cape Town.— This text is automatically translated to English
Upon arrival, it was a 24 degrees and lots of rain, it lasted 15 minutes. The rest of the trip,sunny and temperature of between 26 and 32 degrees. The saying, if you have been there 1 time, you want more. It is highly recommended,— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Cape Town by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cape Town. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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