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Western Cape Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Western Cape, South Africa in April.

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Cape Town Knysna Stellenbosch Hermanus

Are you planning a trip a to Western Cape, South Africa in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Western Cape in April

Western Cape, South Africa is a region in South Africa. April in Western Cape generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Paternoster at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Piketberg at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Piketberg and 15°C (59°F) in Paternoster.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Western Cape, South Africa, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Strandfontein with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Simondium with 61 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this April. For example, Cape Town gets approximately 234 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Western Cape by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Western Cape — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cape Town)

January25°C (77°F) February25°C (77°F) March24°C (75°F) April22°C (72°F) May20°C (68°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September18°C (64°F) October20°C (68°F) November22°C (72°F) December24°C (75°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Western Cape in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Western Cape.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Western Cape

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Western Cape, South Africa?

Temperature range in Western Cape (April)

Precipitation variation in Western Cape (April)

Cape Town

In April Cape Town generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
234 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
52 mm (2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cape Town →

Knysna

In April Knysna generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
262 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Knysna →

Stellenbosch

In April Stellenbosch generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
234 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Stellenbosch →

Hermanus

In April Hermanus generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
50 mm (2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hermanus →

Plettenberg Bay

In April Plettenberg Bay generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
262 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Western Cape in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cape Town 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Knysna 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Stellenbosch 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Hermanus 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Plettenberg Bay 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Bloubergstrand 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)

Western Cape weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Western Cape, South Africa in April?

Expect perfect weather across Western Cape, South Africa in April. The popular destination of Cape Town averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Western Cape, South Africa in April?

Daytime temperatures in Cape Town peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in April, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does Western Cape, South Africa get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Cape Town averages just 52 mm (2 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for Western Cape, South Africa.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Western Cape, South Africa?

We believe that April is one of the best times to visit Western Cape, South Africa with overall perfect weather in Cape Town.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Cape Town. On the other hand, the month of July tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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