Geography of Cape Town
Geography of Cape Town: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Cape Town
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Coordinates: 33°55′29.6″S 18°25′26.8″E (-33.9249, 18.4241)
Quick facts about Cape Town
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 33°55′29.6″S 18°25′26.8″E (-33.9249, 18.4241) |
| Population | 4.700.000 |
| Known for | Table Mountain and Cape Peninsula |
| Local time | 12:02 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by airport in Cape Town
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Geography by attraction in Cape Town
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in Cape Town
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Geography by beach in Cape Town
2 beaches mapped in this atlas
Geography by mountain in Cape Town
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Summary
Cape Town is a city in South Africa. Cape Town is known for Table Mountain and Cape Peninsula. It has a population of about 4.7 million.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Cape Town with clear. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 55°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Cape Town 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 80°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 49°F.
The closest major airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT), about 11 mi away. Nearby highlights include Table Mountain, Robben Island, Boulders Beach and Camps Bay Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 66°F is 3.4°F above the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Cape Town today at 10/10. Gusts to 39 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Cape Town 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 | 80° | 63° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 80° | 64° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 78° | 62° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 73° | 58° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 68° | 54° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 61° | 49° | 6,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 63° | 49° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 65° | 51° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 73° | 56° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 76° | 59° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 77° | 62° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cape Town?
Cape Town is a city in South Africa. Its coordinates are -33.9249, 18.4241. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Cape Town right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 90% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
January, February, March, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Cape Town, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cape Town in?
Cape Town observes Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+02:00). The local time is 12:02 AM.
How many people live in Cape Town?
Cape Town has a population of approximately 4.7 million.
What is the nearest airport to Cape Town?
The closest airports are Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 11 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Cape Town?
Popular options include Table Mountain, Robben Island, Boulders Beach, Camps Bay Beach and Table Mountain.
What places are in Cape Town?
Cape Town covers 6 places in this atlas, including Cape Town International Airport, Table Mountain, Robben Island, Boulders Beach, Camps Bay Beach and Table Mountain.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 24, 2026 at 12:02 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
