Cape Town Weather
Cape Town Weather - A warm and sunny climate perfect at any time of year
Cape Town weather can be described as having a Mediterranean-like climate which enjoys mild and often wet winters that can be quite changeable and dry and settled summers which produce consistent sunny weather and warm temperatures. Due to its southernmost location, Cape Town does not suffer the oppressive heat that other parts of South Africa have and some rainfall is possible at any time of year. It is precisely this combination of climatic factors that produces the excellent wines that the Cape area is famous for.
Cape Town weather can be described as having a Mediterranean-like climate which enjoys mild and often wet winters that can be quite changeable and dry and settled summers which produce consistent sunny weather and warm temperatures. Due to its southernmost location, Cape Town does not suffer the oppressive heat that other parts of South Africa have and some rainfall is possible at any time of year. It is precisely this combination of climatic factors that produces the excellent wines that the Cape area is famous for.
Cape Town Weather - Hot and sunny settled summer days
Although summers are dry and settled, temperatures are mild for African standards and between May and September it is rare to experience anything higher than 30c. Cape Town weather during summer should see 8 hours of sunshine each day. Rainfall is a possibility at this time which can occur in the form of thunderstorms but is likely to be brief. Cloudy, overcast skies are common during the summer yet temperatures remain pleasant and warm. Between June and July, medium to strong offshore winds attract surfers in great numbers and nights throughout summer are pleasant and cool. Humidity is very rarely high enough to cause discomfort during the summer in Cape Town.
Cape Town Weather - Balmy winter sunshine
Winter weather in Cape Town is wetter and subject to some changeable conditions similar to Southern Europe. Daytime temperatures can be quite high reaching 25c which may alternate with cloudy, damp conditions. This brings slightly higher humidity yet will rarely cause any disruption to a Cape Town short break. There are constant cooling sea breezes and from October to December night time temperatures may feel a little chilly. Severe cold snaps at sea level are virtually nonexistent in Cape Town and there is almost no likelihood of snow or frost. An excellent 7 hours of winter sunshine may be experienced each day. Winter rainfall is more likely to be light and frequent but heavy thunderous downpours are a small possibility.
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