Cape Town Weather Forecast
Cape Town weather: 55°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Cape Town?
No - rain is unlikely in Cape Town today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,1 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sat and Sun.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 9% of a normal August week (0,1 in against 0,7 in).
16-day forecast for Cape Town
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 67° / 54° | 0% | 18 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 52° | 0% | 8 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 78° / 59° | 4% | 5 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 66° / 55° | 4% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 65° / 53° | 52% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 62° / 52° | 48% | 12 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 63° / 52° | 2% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 71° / 52° | 13% | 11 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 61° / 54° | 68% · 0,2 in | 16 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 59° / 51° | 66% · 0,7 in | 14 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 61° / 50° | 40% · 0,2 in | 13 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 59° / 53° | 20% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☀️ Clear sky | 66° / 54° | 8% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ☀️ Clear sky | 73° / 51° | 10% | 4 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 57° | 11% | 16 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 13% | -- | — |
What this means for Cape Town
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is 4.7°F above the 63°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Gusts to 47 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
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
- 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 47 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 55°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 89% and wind is 16 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 8:49 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 25, 2026 at 8:49 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
