Cape Town in August: weather, sea & travel advice
Cape Town in August is especially suited to city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 16 °C (cool), and the sea is about 15 °C. With about 11 rainy days it is wet.
Cape Town · AugustPhoto: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0Climate facts
- Day
- 16 °C
- Night
- 13 °C
- Sea
- 15 °C
- Rainy days
- 11 rainy days
- Sun
- 5 h/day
- Humidity
- 79 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachUnsuitable30/100
City breakGood71/100
ActiveGood68/100
FamilyUnsuitable33/100
In favour
- No particular highlights.
To consider
- Rather cool at around 16 °C
- Higher chance of rain (about 11 rainy days)
- Sea still cool (15 °C)
All months at a glance
22J
22F
21M
19A
18M
16J
16J
16A
17S
18O
19N
21D
5J
4F
5M
8A
11M
13J
12J
11A
9S
7O
6N
5D
Similar destinations in August
Frequently asked questions
How warm is Cape Town in August?
Daytime highs average around 16 °C, with nights around 13 °C.
Can you swim in Cape Town in August?
The sea is about 15 °C (cold).
Does it rain a lot in Cape Town in August?
On the long-term average, expect about 11 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.