City Trips Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
November, December, March
June, July
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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Planning a city trip to Cape Town?
The best time to visit Cape Town for a city trip is November, December, March, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Cape Town
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 95Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 16 |
February | 93Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 15 |
March | 97Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 18 |
April | 97Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 49 |
May | 92Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 86 |
June | 82Excellent Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 118 |
July | 80Excellent Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 115 |
August | 80Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 99 |
September | 91Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 54 |
October | 97Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 32 |
November | 99Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 29 |
December | 98Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 21 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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