South Africa (Cape Town) · August
Low seasonSouth Africa · Africa
Max Temp
17.7°C
Min Temp
8.5°C
Sunshine
5.7 h/day
Rain Days
7 days
Water Temp
14.4°C
Rainfall
59 mm
Humidity
77%
Avg Temp
12.9°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
August in South Africa (Cape Town) is on the cool side — with highs around 18°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 18°C, cooling to 9°C at night (daily average: 13°C). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 7 rain days (59 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 14°C, the water is still quite cool in August — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Winterregen von der Westseite: Das Kap der Guten Hoffnung ist im Sturm dramatisch schön, die Walsaison beginnt vor Hermanus. Kapstadt funktioniert auch im Regen — Museen, Weinproben in der V&A Waterfront. Deutlich günstigere Preise.
Packing list for South Africa (Cape Town) in August
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit South Africa (Cape Town)?
- August is not an optimal month for South Africa (Cape Town) (Score: 45/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, and December.
- How warm is it in South Africa (Cape Town) in August?
- In August, South Africa (Cape Town) sees daily highs of 18°C. Nights cool to 9°C, with a daily average of 13°C.
- How much rain falls in South Africa (Cape Town) in August?
- In August, South Africa (Cape Town) receives an average of 59 mm of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does South Africa (Cape Town) get in August?
- South Africa (Cape Town) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in August — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in South Africa (Cape Town) in August?
- Water temperature in South Africa (Cape Town) in August averages 14°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
