Weather in Cape Town Today
Current temperature in Cape Town: 15°C (59°F). Overcast. Today's high 21°C (70°F), low 15°C (59°F).
Today's Daylight Forecast
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Air quality and UV are both favourable great conditions for a walk, run, or outdoor activity.
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Today vs Normal
The long-term average high for today is 16°C.
Air Quality
Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.
Health & Activity Advice
UV index is 6 today — moderate. Sunscreen is worth using for extended time outside, but no special precautions are needed for short trips.
Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.
Conditions are comfortable for outdoor activity at most points during the day today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest month in Cape Town?
The hottest month in Cape Town is typically February, with daytime highs averaging around 25.9°C (79°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 17.4°C (63°F).
What is the coldest month in Cape Town?
The coldest month in Cape Town is typically July, with overnight lows averaging around 9.8°C (50°F) and daytime highs near 16.4°C (62°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data.
Does Cape Town have a rainy season?
Cape Town doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. June is the wettest month on average (about 131 mm), while February is the driest (about 9 mm).
What's the best time of year to visit Cape Town?
The best time to visit Cape Town is typically November to January, when daytime highs average a comfortable 24°C (75°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 22 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.
Is Cape Town's air quality safe right now?
As of the latest reading, Cape Town's air quality index (AQI) is 42, rated "Good", based on the nearest monitoring station. Air quality is considered satisfactory, with little to no health risk.