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about Cape Town weather:
Why are we so fascinated by the weather? Have
you ever wondered why weather seems to pop its way
into most conversations? Weather has such a major
impact on our lives that it’s no wonder we are
so fascinated by it. It affects our mood, our activities
and even our holidays… To help you with Cape
Town weather we have a great 7 day weather forecast
for Cape Town, South
Africa. It’s a full weather
report for Cape Town, updated daily. Below you will
find a few pointers about Cape Town weather conditions
and how to understand them a bit better.
Weather Cape Town:
The weather in Cape Town can be categorised
into seasons. Cape Town summers bring hot weather and
can be quite windy, and winters are usually cold and
wet. In Cape Town the summer months are November –
March with December to February being the hottest. Winter
months are from June – August. For
average Cape Town temperatures and rainfall click here.
In Cape Town you can determine your bearings quite
easily by using the mountain to work out your North,
South, East and West directions. Knowing your bearings
will help you to better understand the Cape Town weather
conditions. A general rule is that the North-West wind
brings the cold fronts and rain. The South-Easterly
wind will keep the rain away and will usually mean
that the weather in Cape Town is clearing. When in
doubt, have a look at the Cape Town weather report
on Uncover the Cape.
Overall, Cape Town weather is categorised as a pleasant
Mediterranean climate. Summer months are the most
popular months for holidays and travellers, but don’t
be put off by the winter. Cape Town winters have some
beautiful warm days. It may not be great beach weather
but you can see all the sights and attractions without
the summer crowds. You may also benefit from winter
discounts.
In general Cape Town weather allows you to make the
most of all the activities on offer. When going to the
beach or on a hike, be sure to have a look at our 7
day Cape Town weather forecast to plan your day out.
Cape Town weather can get a bit cold and windy but never
let the Cape Town weather get you down. Have a look
through our activity guide for great indoor activities
when the Cape Town weather is not the best.
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