What to Pack when visiting Cape Town

SUMMER IN CAPE TOWN (NOVEMBER – FEBRUARY)

Cape Town is perfect in the Summer, with balmy temperatures and sunny days. You will enjoy plenty of long hot days and stunning sunsets. It is also a popular time for kite surfing so be aware some places can get pretty windy too.

Temperatures: 17°C – 29°C

Sunshine: Average of 26 days per month

Hours of daylight: 13-14

YOUR SUMMER PACKING CHECKLIST:

Sunblock
A good sun hat
Sun glasses
Insect repellant
A light jacket or windbreaker
Swimming Cosume
T-Shirts, shorts, sandals

AUTUMN IN CAPE TOWN (MARCH – APRIL)

Autumn sees temperature cool slightly, although the days will still be warm a light jacket is a must to beat the chill in the evenings. It’s less windy than the summer months and is a great time of year to head out as it’s not as busy as Summer so you really get to experience local Cape Town.

Temperatures: 15°C – 27°C

Sunshine: 25 – 27 days per month

Hours of daylight: 11 – 12

YOUR AUTUMN PACKING CHECKLIST:

Sunblock
Sandals and closed shoes
Layers – clothes good for sudden changes in temperatures
Light jacket

WINTER IN CAPE TOWN (MAY – AUGUST)

Winter in Cape Town is still full of sunny days and blue skies but the temperature is cooler (although very mild compared to a Winter in the UK.) It is classed as the rainy season with about 7 – 9 rainy days per month but you get wet whilst surfing anyways so it’s never stopped us before. Plus with some of the best food and wine in the world there’s always plenty to keep you entertained.

Temperatures: 12°C – 22°C

Sunshine: 19 – 22 days per month

Hours of daylight: 9

YOUR WINTER PACKING CHECKLIST:

A waterproof hooded coat
Good water resistant boots
Lighter clothes for the warmer days.
A Warm fleece

SPRING IN CAPE TOWN (SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER)

Spring is our favourite time in Cape Town, everywhere is super lush from the rain throughout the Winter and the city bursts into colour from all the flowers. The temperature heads back up into the 20’s and there is very little wind making it perfect to get out and enjoy the sunshine.

Temperatures: 17°C – 29°C

Sunshine: 22 – 25 days per month

Hours of daylight: 11 – 12

YOUR SPRING PACKING CHECKLIST:

Layers – clothes good for sudden changes in temperatures
Sunblock
Sunglasses
A warm jacket or fleece