Weather in Cape Town
What's the weather like in Cape Town?
Cape Town has a moderate climate and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 26°C (79°F) in January to 17°C (63°F) in July, with overnight lows around 16°C (61°F) and 7°C (45°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Cape Town are January through June, and August through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇿🇦 South Africa
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Johannesburg
- Coordinates
- -33.925, 18.424
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 61°F | 15 mm | 4 | — |
| February | 27°C / 81°F | 16°C / 61°F | 17 mm | 4 | — |
| March | 25°C / 77°F | 14°C / 57°F | 20 mm | 5 | — |
| April | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 41 mm | 8 | — |
| May | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 69 mm | 10 | — |
| June | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 93 mm | 11 | — |
| July | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 45°F | 82 mm | 12 | — |
| August | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 77 mm | 11 | — |
| September | 19°C / 66°F | 9°C / 48°F | 40 mm | 8 | — |
| October | 21°C / 70°F | 11°C / 52°F | 30 mm | 7 | — |
| November | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 55°F | 14 mm | 5 | — |
| December | 25°C / 77°F | 15°C / 59°F | 17 mm | 4 | — |
Cape Town by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
The most comfortable months in Cape Town are usually April, October, November, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Cape Town?
February is typically the hottest month in Cape Town, averaging a high of 27°C (81°F).
What is the coldest month in Cape Town?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 7°C (45°F).
Does it snow in Cape Town?
Snow is rare in Cape Town; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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