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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Cape Town has a Mediterranean climate, classified as Csb in the Köppen system. The warmest month is January with an average high of 26°C, while the coldest month is July with lows dropping to 9°C. The annual temperature range of 17°C reflects moderate seasonal variation.
The driest month is February with only 2 rain days and 11mm of precipitation. For travellers, February through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 70% to 70% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Cape Town are January, February, March. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
26°C
January
Coldest Month
9°C
July
Driest Month
2 days
February
Annual Range
17°C
9° to 26°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 17°C | 3 | 13h | View |
| February | 26°C | 18°C | 2 | 13h | View |
| March | 25°C | 16°C | 3 | 11h | View |
| April | 22°C | 14°C | 5 | 10h | View |
| May | 19°C | 12°C | 7 | 9h | View |
| June | 17°C | 10°C | 10 | 8h | View |
| July | 17°C | 9°C | 9 | 9h | View |
| August | 17°C | 10°C | 9 | 9h | View |
| September | 18°C | 11°C | 7 | 10h | View |
| October | 20°C | 13°C | 5 | 12h | View |
| November | 22°C | 14°C | 5 | 13h | View |
| December | 24°C | 16°C | 3 | 13h | View |
January
3 rain days, 13h sun
February
2 rain days, 13h sun
March
3 rain days, 11h sun
April
5 rain days, 10h sun
May
7 rain days, 9h sun
June
10 rain days, 8h sun
July
9 rain days, 9h sun
August
9 rain days, 9h sun
September
7 rain days, 10h sun
October
5 rain days, 12h sun
November
5 rain days, 13h sun
December
3 rain days, 13h sun
Cape Town in January
Data Sources for Cape Town
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.