Mild
Average highs are around 20°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
Weather Guide
Cape Town, The Western Cape, South Africa Average Monthly Weather
Weather score48Mixed annual avg
Best months: January, February, December
Across the year, average daytime temperatures are around 21°C, sunshine averages 8.1h per day, and rainfall totals about 1079mm. Sea temperatures average 16°C across the year.
Annual weather
Annual averages
Temp
21°C
Rain
1079mm
Annual total
Sun
8.1h
Sea
16°C
Weather score
48
Mixed avg
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 61mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Bright
Sunshine averages 8.6h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 15°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Cape Town, The Western Cape, South Africa with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October20°C average high
October is close to Cape Town's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
October61mm average rain
October sits on the drier side of Cape Town's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsJanuary to April and October to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
October8.6 hours average sun
October sits close to Cape Town's yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.
Brightest monthsJanuary to February and November to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
October15°C average sea
October is below Cape Town's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
Warmest seaJanuary to March and November to December
Sea temperatures are usually near 17°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
October49 weather score
October sits close to Cape Town's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJanuary to March and November to December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
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