Paraglide at the Western Cape
In summer months (December to March) it is warm, sunny and dry in Cape Town. For many, this is the ideal time to visit and paraglide at the Cape.
February in Cape Town sees daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) at night. As the driest month of the year, combined with excellent weather, it's a great time to visit.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, February is a good time to visit Cape Town.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Cape Town typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 25°C (77°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 17°C (63°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Cape Town spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 49 years of weather observations in Cape Town between 1977 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of South Africa in February →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in February. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. The water temperature sits at about 20°C (68°F), making it perfect for swimming and water activities. Don't forget to pack your favorite swimwear and perhaps some snorkel gear. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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Paraglide at the Western Cape
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