Cape Town Weather Forecast
Cape Town weather: 67°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Cape Town?
Yes - rain is likely in Cape Town today.
A 90% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,3 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Fri and Tue.
The next 7 days carry about 2 times a normal week's rain for October (0,3 in against 0,1 in).
16-day forecast for Cape Town
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 67° / 57° | 90% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 57° | 0% | 19 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 55° | 0% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 78° / 59° | 0% | 7 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 64° / 55° | 84% · 0,3 in | 14 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 55° | 2% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 69° / 51° | 1% | 6 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 54° | 4% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | ☁️ Overcast | 71° / 60° | 2% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 59° | 2% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 79° / 59° | 12% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 60° / 59° | 18% · 0,3 in | 19 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 61° / 52° | 16% · 0,3 in | 19 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | ☁️ Overcast | 64° / 52° | 4% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | ☁️ Overcast | 75° / 53° | 8% | 6 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 17 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 78° / 59° | 13% | 12 mph | 8 |
What this means for Cape Town
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 67°F is 5.4°F below the 73°F typical for this month.
A 90% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 34 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 48°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 34 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 67°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 59% 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 5:35 PM.
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 5 places in this atlas, including Cape Town International Airport, Table Mountain, Robben Island, Boulders Beach and Camps Bay Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 2, 2026 at 5:35 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
