City in Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Cape Town
Nov–Mar is dry and warm, with long evenings; wind can be strong in summer. Jun–Aug is cold and rainy. Dec–Jan is busiest and priciest.
Cape Town weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan22°14 mm
- Feb22°9 mm
- Mar21°17 mm
- Apr19°37 mm
- May18°51 mm
- Jun16°91 mm
- Jul16°81 mm
- Aug16°76 mm
- Sep16°40 mm
- Oct18°31 mm
- Nov19°30 mm
- Dec21°12 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C71°F | 18°C65°F | 14 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| February | 22°C72°F | 19°C65°F | 9 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| March | 21°C70°F | 18°C64°F | 17 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| April | 19°C67°F | 16°C61°F | 37 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| May | 18°C64°F | 15°C59°F | 51 mm | 81% | Cool |
| June | 16°C62°F | 14°C57°F | 91 mm | 79% | Cool |
| July | 16°C60°F | 13°C55°F | 81 mm | 80% | Cool |
| August | 16°C60°F | 13°C55°F | 76 mm | 79% | Cool |
| September | 16°C62°F | 14°C56°F | 40 mm | 79% | Cool |
| October | 18°C64°F | 14°C58°F | 31 mm | 79% | Cool |
| November | 19°C66°F | 16°C60°F | 30 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 21°C69°F | 17°C63°F | 12 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
Best months across South Africa
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | Nov–Mar | Feb (22°C) |
| Johannesburg | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jan (27°C) |
| Kruger National Park | May–Sep | Dec (32°C) |
| Durban | May–Sep | Feb (26°C) |
| Stellenbosch | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (28°C) |
| Pretoria | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Nov (30°C) |
| Hermanus | Aug–Nov | Feb (26°C) |
| Knysna | Nov–Apr | Feb (28°C) |
| Plettenberg Bay | Nov–Apr | Feb (28°C) |
| Port Elizabeth | Nov–Mar | Feb (25°C) |
| Franschhoek | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (30°C) |
| Umhlanga | May–Sep | Feb (28°C) |
| Jeffreys Bay | May–Sep | Feb (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Cape Town?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is dry and warm, with long evenings; wind can be strong in summer. Jun–Aug is cold and rainy. Dec–Jan is busiest and priciest.
When is the rainy season in Cape Town?
Rain peaks in June with about 91 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Cape Town?
February, with average highs of 22°C (72°F).
How cold does Cape Town get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 13°C (55°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.