Cape Town in Spring — Weather & What to Expect
Spring in Cape Town (September, October, November) averages daytime highs of 20.2°C and lows of 12.8°C, with around 123.4mm of rain across the season (23 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (September, October, November).
In the southern hemisphere, spring in Cape Town covers September, October, November.
Spring in Cape Town month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 17.3°C | 10.7°C | 63.7mm | 9 | 10/10 |
| October | 21.1°C | 13.1°C | 30.0mm | 7 | 10/10 |
| November | 22.3°C | 14.5°C | 29.7mm | 7 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Cape Town in spring
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light waterproof layer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is spring a good time to visit Cape Town?
Spring in Cape Town rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 20.2°C with 123.4mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Cape Town in spring?
Daytime highs average 20.2°C (68.4°F) across September, October, November, with nights around 12.8°C.
What months are spring in Cape Town?
Cape Town is in the southern hemisphere, so spring covers September, October, November.
See also: best time to visit Cape Town · Cape Town annual climate · Cape Town in summer · Cape Town in autumn · Cape Town in winter
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Spring in Cape Town — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.