Cape Town Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Cape Town. The annual average is 22°C high / 12°C low — hottest in January (27°C) and coldest in July (7°C).
Cape Town Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Cape Town's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 22° / 12°
- Best time to visit
- January, February, March
- Hottest month
- January (27°C)
- Coldest month
- July (7°C)
- Wettest month
- June (110mm)
- Driest month
- January (15mm)
As of 2026, Cape Town's weather averages 22°C high / 12°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is January, February, March. The hottest month is January (27°C), the coldest is July (7°C), and the wettest is June (110mm).
Best Time to Visit Cape Town
Peak month — South African summer overlaps with the Korean winter-escape window. Hotel rates run 2-3x.
Late summer continues at peak. Slightly less crowded than January but rates stay elevated.
Co-best month with January. Jazz Festival and Carnival overlap with ideal weather.
Cape Town Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27° / 16° | 15mm | 4 | Very busy | Details → |
| February | 27° / 16° | 20mm | 4 | Very busy | Details → |
| March | 26° / 14° | 25mm | 5 | Very busy | Details → |
| April | 23° / 12° | 50mm | 6 | Busy | Details → |
| May | 20° / 10° | 100mm | 8 | Moderate | Details → |
| June | 18° / 8° | 110mm | 9 | Quiet | Details → |
| July | 17° / 7° | 90mm | 9 | Quiet | Details → |
| August | 18° / 8° | 80mm | 8 | Moderate | Details → |
| September | 20° / 10° | 50mm | 7 | Busy | Details → |
| October | 22° / 12° | 35mm | 6 | Busy | Details → |
| November | 24° / 14° | 20mm | 4 | Very busy | Details → |
| December | 26° / 15° | 15mm | 3 | Very busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Cape Town by Season
Light layers by day, sweater in the evening.
Warm jacket; rain gear.
Light layers.
Light cottons and shorts.
Cape Town Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Cape Town? +
For weather, January, February, March are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 27°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Cape Town? +
The hottest month is January with an average high of 27°C, and the coldest is July with an average low of 7°C. The annual average is 22°C high / 12°C low.
When does it rain most in Cape Town? +
The wettest month is June (110mm over about 9 rainy days) and the driest is January (15mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 610mm.
What should I pack for Cape Town? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 23/12°C — Light layers by day, sweater in the evening. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 18/8°C — Warm jacket; rain gear. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 22/12°C — Light layers. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 27/16°C — Light cottons and shorts.
What is the weather in Cape Town this month (June)? +
June averages 18°C high / 8°C low with 110mm rainfall over about 9 rainy days. Crowds are quiet and prices are low.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.