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Climate in Cape Town


Climate in Cape Town

The summer months are from December to March or April. Days are usually very hot, but the humidity is low, so it is not uncomfortable. You should stay inside or in the shade during the midday heat and use sufficient sun block. You will fight for space on the beach around New Year's with all the local tourists but it is still a great time to visit as there are a lot of events happening.
  • The winter months of June and July tend to be rather wet, which does not mean rain every day. Often you will have one or two days of rain and a week of total sunshine, but it can rain for two weeks straight on occasion. It can also get very cold at night, with temperatures as low as 6 or 7°C (this is the temperature of the ocean so it will not get colder unless you go far inland) but 10-12°C normal. It will become warmer during the day, with temperatures between 14-20°C typical. Sunrises and sunsets are best in the winter, as is the seafood!
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    Climate Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
    Daily highs (°C) 25 26 25 22 20 18 17 17 18 21 23 24
    Nightly lows (°C) 15 15 14 12 10 9 9 8 9 11 13 14

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