Best Time to Visit Cape Town International Airport
Best time to visit Cape Town International Airport: January, February, March, October, November and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Cape Town International Airport
Go in January, February, March, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Cape Town International Airport month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82° | 63° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 82° | 63° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 81° | 61° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 74° | 56° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 69° | 52° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 65° | 49° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 62° | 47° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 65° | 47° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 69° | 51° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 74° | 54° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 78° | 59° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 80° | 61° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Cape Town International Airport compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Cape Town International Airport.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Table Mountain | 11 mi | 51°F | 44°F cooler | 24 in |
| Camps Bay Beach | 13 mi | 64°F | about the same | 24 in |
| Robben Island | 18 mi | 64°F | about the same | 18 in |
| Boulders Beach | 18 mi | 63°F | about the same | 21 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Cape Town International Airport is an airport in Cape Town. Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Cape Town International Airport with clear. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 54°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Cape Town International Airport is January, February, March, October, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 82°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 47°F.
Nearby highlights include Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach, Robben Island and Boulders Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 78°F is 3.4°F above the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Cape Town International Airport today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Cape Town International Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:31 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌥️ 74° / 62°
Fog · 2% rain · wind 12 mph
☁️ 71° / 61°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 13 mph
Things to do in Cape Town International Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Cape Town International Airport.
Quick facts about Cape Town International Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | Cape Town |
| Country | South Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 33°58′17.4″S 18°36′7.6″E (-33.9715, 18.6021) |
| IATA code | CPT |
| Local time | 2:31 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cape Town International Airport?
Cape Town International Airport is an airport in Cape Town. Its coordinates are -33.9715, 18.6021. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Cape Town International Airport right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 98% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cape Town International Airport?
January, February, March, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Cape Town International Airport, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cape Town International Airport in?
Cape Town International Airport observes Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+02:00). The local time is 2:31 AM.
What are the top things to do in Cape Town International Airport?
Popular options include Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach, Robben Island and Boulders Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 2:31 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
