Best Time to Visit Cape Town
South Africa · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
The best time to visit Cape Town is October to April, when the weather is at its most comfortable for sightseeing and time outdoors. February is the hottest month, with average highs of 22°C (71°F), while August is the coldest, with lows around 13°C (55°F). Rain is heaviest in June, at about 111 mm (4.4 in), and lightest in February, at 11 mm (0.4 in).
Cape Town weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C 71°F | 18°C 65°F | 11 mm | 2 | 79% | 12.2 | Excellent 10 |
| February | 22°C 71°F | 19°C 65°F | 11 mm | 2 | 79% | 11.5 | Excellent 10 |
| March | 21°C 70°F | 18°C 64°F | 22 mm | 4 | 80% | 10.3 | Excellent 10 |
| April | 19°C 67°F | 16°C 61°F | 34 mm | 6 | 80% | 8.9 | Excellent 9.8 |
| May | 18°C 64°F | 15°C 59°F | 63 mm | 10 | 81% | 7.1 | Excellent 8.8 |
| June | 17°C 62°F | 14°C 57°F | 111 mm | 12 | 79% | 6.7 | Good 6.7 |
| July | 16°C 60°F | 13°C 56°F | 95 mm | 12 | 80% | 7.3 | Good 6.8 |
| August | 16°C 60°F | 13°C 55°F | 81 mm | 12 | 80% | 7.5 | Good 7.1 |
| September | 16°C 61°F | 13°C 56°F | 46 mm | 9 | 80% | 8.3 | Excellent 8.5 |
| October | 18°C 64°F | 15°C 58°F | 28 mm | 6 | 80% | 9.9 | Excellent 9.2 |
| November | 19°C 66°F | 16°C 60°F | 31 mm | 5 | 78% | 10.6 | Excellent 9.7 |
| December | 21°C 69°F | 17°C 63°F | 12 mm | 4 | 78% | 11.9 | Excellent 10 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
The best time to visit Cape Town is October to April, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Cape Town?
February is the hottest month in Cape Town, with an average high of 22°C (71°F).
What is the coldest month in Cape Town?
August is the coldest month in Cape Town, with an average low of 13°C (55°F).
What is the rainiest month in Cape Town?
June is the wettest month, with about 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain. February is the driest, with 11 mm (0.4 in).
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