Best Time to Visit Table Mountain
Best time to visit Table Mountain: January, February, March, November and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Table Mountain
Go in January, February, March, 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 Table Mountain 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 | 68° | 51° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 67° | 51° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 66° | 50° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 61° | 46° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 55° | 42° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 52° | 39° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 49° | 37° | 6,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 50° | 37° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 53° | 39° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 60° | 44° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 64° | 47° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 65° | 49° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Table Mountain compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Table Mountain.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Table Mountain | 0 mi | 51°F | about the same | 24 in |
| Camps Bay Beach | 2 mi | 63°F | +44°F warmer | 24 in |
| Cape Town International Airport | 11 mi | 63°F | +44°F warmer | 20 in |
| Robben Island | 11 mi | 64°F | +45°F warmer | 18 in |
| Boulders Beach | 16 mi | 63°F | +44°F warmer | 21 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Table Mountain is a tourist attraction in Cape Town. Table Mountain is a landmark known for a flat-topped peak above Cape Town.
Right now it is 48°F (9°C) in Table Mountain with overcast. It feels like 43°F. Today runs from 39°F to 51°F. Chance of precipitation is 13%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Table Mountain is January, February, March, November and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 68°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 37°F.
The closest major airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT), about 11 mi away. Nearby highlights include Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach, Robben Island and Boulders Beach.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 51°F is in line with the 50°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Table Mountain today at 9.3/10. 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 Table Mountain right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:31 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 51° / 39°
Light drizzle · 13% rain · wind 10 mph
☁️ 54° / 37°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 9 mph
Things to do in Table Mountain
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Table Mountain.
Quick facts about Table Mountain
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | Cape Town |
| Country | South Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 33°57′46.1″S 18°24′35.3″E (-33.9628, 18.4098) |
| Known for | a flat-topped peak above Cape Town |
| Local time | 7:31 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, November and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Table Mountain?
Table Mountain is a tourist attraction in Cape Town. Its coordinates are -33.9628, 18.4098. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Table Mountain right now?
It is currently 48°F (9°C) with overcast. Humidity is 77% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Table Mountain?
January, February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Table Mountain, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Table Mountain in?
Table Mountain observes Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+02:00). The local time is 7:31 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Table Mountain?
The closest airports are Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 11 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Table Mountain?
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 (attractions) - 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 August 22, 2026 at 7:31 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
