Temperature in Western Cape in April

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Western Cape, South Africa this April.

Western Cape, South Africa, a region in South Africa, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in April ranging from 19°C (66°F) in Paternoster to 27°C (81°F) in Piketberg. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Piketberg and 15°C (59°F) in Paternoster.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Western Cape, South Africa in April?

To get a sense of April's typical temperatures in the key spots of Western Cape, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Western Cape, check out our Western Cape's climate page.

See also: Western Cape weather by month.

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
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in April: blue is cold, red is hot.

See all April weather averages, cities and regions in Western Cape

Western Cape temperatures in April: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Western Cape, South Africa in April?

Average daytime highs in Western Cape, South Africa during April reach about 22°C (72°F) in Cape Town.

How cold does it get at night in Western Cape, South Africa in April?

Nighttime temperatures in Cape Town typically drop to around 14°C (57°F) in April.

What is the warmest city in April in Western Cape, South Africa?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Piketberg clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 27°C (81°F), and evenings that remain near 12°C (54°F).

What is the coldest city in April in Western Cape, South Africa?

When looking through our records, we find that Paternoster stands out as the coolest city in Western Cape, South Africa for the month of April. Daytime highs average 19°C (66°F) and it cools down to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

How much sun does Western Cape, South Africa get in April?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 234 hours of sunshine in Cape Town. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

What is the water temperature in April?

The water temperature averages approximately 17°C (63°F) in Cape Town this month, still a bit cool to swim, though some enjoy a refreshing dip.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Western Cape.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to South Africa? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in South Africa.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.

Whale watching at Hermanus

One of the best destinations in the world to spot whales is Hermanus in South Africa. Often the whales can be found off the coast between June and December. The peak is in September and November.
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.

Stay in the world's largest open-air gallery

Vast mountains, beautiful nature, tranquility and the possibility of hiking and seeing fascinating rock paintings. This can all be experienced at the Cederberg Mountains.
Kwazulu Natal

Countless beautiful landscapes, a colorful collection of cultures, wildlife parks, busy and deserted beaches, lively cities, small villages and a subtropical climate.
Must visit in South Africa →