Cape Town weather in October (Western Cape, South Africa)
Curious about the climate in Cape Town this October? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
Experience perfect weather in Cape Town during October, featuring pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 20°C. At night, it falls to around 13°C.
Precipitation
Cape Town in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 41 mm for the month. Typically around 8 days of rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 278 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, October is one of the better months to visit Cape Town. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, July tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
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Cape Town, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
13°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Water Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
27%
Precipitation
41 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
74%
Windspeed
5 m/s
Sunshine
278 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in South Africa in October
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So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Cape Town, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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