Weather in Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦
Live weather in Cape Town, currently 16°C with sunny. View the 7-day forecast, hourly conditions, and air quality index. Cape Town is in South Africa — see weather across all major cities in South Africa, or browse the hottest cities right now worldwide.
15.7°C
feels like 14.1°C
Sunny
Current Weather in Cape Town, South Africa Updated at 9:15 AM today
| 💧 Humidity: | 69% |
| 🌬️ Wind: | 8.3 kph (117°) |
| 🌡️ Pressure: | 1021.0 mb |
| 👁️ Visibility: | 10.0 km |
| 🌧️ Precipitation: | 0.0 mm |
| ☁️ Cloud Cover: | 0% |
| ☀️ UV Index: | 1.0 |
| 🌅 Sunrise: | 06:57 AM |
| 🌇 Sunset: | 06:31 PM |
What is the weather like in Cape Town right now?
It's a pleasant 16°C in Cape Town right now, with clear skies. Not a cloud in sight over Cape Town. On the skin it's about 14°C. The air feels damp at 69% humidity.
Air quality is good right now (US EPA index 1, PM2.5 15) — fine for outdoor exercise. UV is low at 1 — no sun protection needed today. The sun rose at 06:57 AM and sets at 06:31 PM, for 11h 34m of daylight.
There's only a small 4% chance of rain today, with up to 0 mm expected. It warms up as the day goes on, topping out around 24°C. Today is warmer than normal — roughly 6°C above the typical September high of 19°C.
Expect a cooling trend over the next 7 days, dipping to about 17°C by Friday. Today's high stays well short of Cape Town's record for the date, 32°C.
Ideal conditions in Cape Town today — get out and enjoy it.
7-Day Weather Forecast for Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦
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Hourly Weather Forecast for Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦 Today
Air Quality Index in Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦 (AQI)
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| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| US EPA Index: | 1 (Good) |
| UK DEFRA Index: | 2 (Low) |
| CO: | 416.0 µg/m³ |
| O3: | 61.0 µg/m³ |
| NO2: | 7.3 µg/m³ |
| SO2: | 15.4 µg/m³ |
| PM2.5: | 14.7 µg/m³ |
| PM10: | 17.2 µg/m³ |
About Cape Town
Cape Town sprawls between the iconic flat-topped Table Mountain and the shimmering Atlantic Ocean, a city where urban energy meets wild natural beauty. The vibrant waterfront, colorful Bo-Kaap quarter, and historic Robben Island draw millions, while the sprawling Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens showcase the unique Cape Floral Kingdom. The city’s geography is dramatic: steep cliffs, sandy beaches like Clifton and Camps Bay, and the Cape Peninsula stretching south to the Cape of Good Hope. Its multicultural vibe pulses through markets, galleries, and open-air restaurants that soak up the generous sunshine.
The climate is classified as Csb, a warm-summer Mediterranean. Summers from November to March are dry and sunny, with daytime highs ranging from 25°C to 30°C, often moderated by the stiff south-easterly “Cape Doctor” wind. Nighttime cools pleasantly. Winters, June to August, are cool and wet; temperatures hover between 10°C and 18°C, with regular frontal rainfall that turns the surrounding hills green. Humidity is moderate year-round, higher in winter. Packing depends on season: light cottons and a sun hat for summer, but always include a puffy jacket or fleece for evening chills. In winter, a waterproof jacket and warm layers are essential.
The best time to visit weather-wise is during the shoulder seasons of spring (September to October) and autumn (March to April), when days are mild, rain is sparse, and wildflowers or changing foliage add magic. Notable phenomena include the notorious Cape Doctor wind, which can gust fiercely in summer, clearing pollution but also fuelling occasional wildfires. Snow rarely dusts the highest peaks, like Table Mountain, creating a striking contrast against the city’s otherwise temperate image. No hurricanes threaten, but powerful Atlantic storms can bring dramatic winter swells, excellent for storm-watching from coastal viewpoints.
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