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Cape Town in February
Cape Town's warmest month brings highs averaging 72°F (22°C), lows of 65°F (19°C) and about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain.
It scores 93/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 72°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (9 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 25%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 93/100 · Great
What February feels like
Days are warm, averaging 72°F (22°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 65°F (19°C).
With 79% average humidity, it feels muggy.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 25%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.5 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around February
February is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April & May and October – January).
- Comfort holds steady from January (94 → 93/100).
- February sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 72°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics79% average humidity
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Cape Town in February
February is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Boulders Beach
Sheltered coves near Simon's Town home to a colony of African penguins, viewed from boardwalks.
Why now February scores 93/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Zeitz MOCAA
Contemporary African art inside a converted grain silo, with a striking carved atrium.
Bo-Kaap
Hillside quarter of bright houses and mosques, the historic heart of the Cape Malay community.
Chapman's Peak Drive
Toll road cut into cliffs between Hout Bay and Noordhoek, with pullouts over the Atlantic.
Why now Highs near 72°F and 0.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
Gardens of native fynbos on the eastern slope of Table Mountain, with a canopy walkway called the Boomslang.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in February
- Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in February~25 mi · highs 82°F, 0.6 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Knysna & Plettenberg Bay in February~265 mi · highs 83°F, 1.6 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Cape Town in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Cape Town?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 93/100 against a best of 99 in April & May and October – January. Expect highs of 72°F (22°C) and 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain. February is inside the Oct – Apr window our Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route recommends.
How hot is Cape Town in February?
Average highs are 72°F (22°C) and average lows 65°F (19°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cape Town in February?
Not much: about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.3 in (489 mm).
What should I pack for Cape Town in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 72°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (79% average humidity), windproof shell (average wind 12 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in February
- Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route Oct – Apr
Planning Cape Town in February?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.