2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Cape Town in February

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

February is an excellent time to visit Cape Town. Cape Town has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 29°C, lows of 17°C, and approximately 2 rainy days per month.

Avg High

29°C

Avg Low

17°C

Rainy days

2days

Daylight

13.3h

Is February a good time to visit Cape Town?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:22 AM

Sunset

7:41 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 27°C 17°C 4 Excellent (best)
February 29°C 17°C 2 Excellent (best)
March 26°C 16°C 1 Excellent (best)
April 23°C 13°C 5 Good
May 22°C 12°C 7 Good
June 19°C 10°C 8 Good
July 18°C 9°C 7 Good
August 16°C 8°C 12 Good
September 18°C 10°C 8 Good
October 21°C 12°C 5 Good
November 23°C 14°C 8 Excellent (best)
December 25°C 16°C 1 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for February

Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is February a good time to visit Cape Town? +

February is typically Excellent for visiting Cape Town, with average highs of 29°C and around 2 rainy days.

What should I pack for Cape Town in February? +

With highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Does it rain a lot in Cape Town in February? +

Cape Town typically sees around 2 rainy days in February.

How many hours of daylight are there in Cape Town in February? +

In February, Cape Town gets approximately 13.3 hours of daylight per day.

Is February peak season in Cape Town? +

Yes, February is peak season in Cape Town. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Cape Town? +

The best months to visit Cape Town are November, December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Africa/Johannesburg)

Last Updated: January 2026

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29° / 17°
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