Cape Town weather in September (Western Cape, South Africa)
What weather conditions can you expect in Cape Town this September? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.
Temperatures
Typically, September in Cape Town includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 18°C, while nights can cool down to about 11°C.
Precipitation
Cape Town in September usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 10 days will experience rainfall.Average sunshine
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 225 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Cape Town.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, July tends to have less optimal conditions.
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Cape Town, monthly averages in September
Min Temperature
11°C
Max Temperature
18°C
Water Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
63 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
77%
Windspeed
5 m/s
Sunshine
225 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in South Africa in September
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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 15°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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