Cape Town weather in October (Western Cape, South Africa)
How is the weather in Cape Town in October? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In Cape Town the weather in October is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 20°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 13°C.
Cape Town in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 41 mm for the month. Typically around 8 days of rainfall is expected.
The city usually sees around 278 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
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.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cape Town climate page with graphs.
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
18 km/h
Sunshine
278 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in South Africa in October
Find out more about the weather in South Africa in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Cape Town in October?
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 in October.
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