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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 December with an average high of 29°C, while the coldest month is June with lows dropping to 6°C. The annual temperature range of 23°C reflects moderate seasonal variation.
The driest month is December with only 1 rain days and 10mm of precipitation. For travellers, December through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 65% to 65% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Cape Town are January, February, October. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
29°C
December
Coldest Month
6°C
June
Driest Month
1 days
December
Annual Range
23°C
6° to 29°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C | 19°C | 1 | 7h | View |
| February | 26°C | 17°C | 2 | 6h | View |
| March | 22°C | 13°C | 4 | 4h | View |
| April | 18°C | 9°C | 5 | 2h | View |
| May | 16°C | 7°C | 6 | 1h | View |
| June | 15°C | 6°C | 7 | 1h | View |
| July | 16°C | 7°C | 6 | 1h | View |
| August | 19°C | 10°C | 5 | 3h | View |
| September | 22°C | 13°C | 4 | 4h | View |
| October | 26°C | 17°C | 2 | 6h | View |
| November | 28°C | 19°C | 1 | 7h | View |
| December | 29°C | 20°C | 1 | 7h | View |
January
1 rain days, 7h sun
February
2 rain days, 6h sun
March
4 rain days, 4h sun
April
5 rain days, 2h sun
May
6 rain days, 1h sun
June
7 rain days, 1h sun
July
6 rain days, 1h sun
August
5 rain days, 3h sun
September
4 rain days, 4h sun
October
2 rain days, 6h sun
November
1 rain days, 7h sun
December
1 rain days, 7h sun
Cape Town in December
Data Sources for Cape Town
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.