For those searching for an ideal February holiday with excellent weather, Cape Town is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +24°C. Expect about 16 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 12 mm of precipitation over 4 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
February is usually the hottest month of the year in Cape Town;
Average weather
☀️
+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+11°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
12 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
16 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cape Town has great weather in February.
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Average temperature in Cape Town in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Cape Town for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in February is +26°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +34°C during the day and a minimum of +13°C at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +26°C to +24°C.
Is Cape Town warm or cold in February?
Cape Town is typically warm in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +23°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +18°C to +18°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
February is the hottest month in Cape Town, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Cape Town in February
Water in Cape Town in February is Fresh. It varies from +17°C to +20°C, with an average of +19°C.The air temperature averaging +24°C is higher than the water temperature.
The water temperature in February is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Cape Town are reached in January, when the average sea temperature rises to +19°C. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +15°C.
Can you swim in Cape Town in February?
Water temperature (+19°C) in Cape Town in February might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Cape Town in February
Cape Town weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+23°C
+24°C
+22°C
Min. temperature
+1°C
+11°C
+12°C
Max. temperature
+36°C
+36°C
+36°C
Rainfall
12 mm
12 mm
19 mm
Wind
6 m/s
6 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+19°C
+19°C
+19°C
Humidity
71%
73%
75%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
18
16
16
Cloudy days
8
7
9
Rainy days
5
4
6
Snowy days
0
0
0
February weather is still as great as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +23°C to +24°C during the day.The rainfall amount in February stays the same as in the previous month with a 12 mm of total precipitation.Humidity rises from 71% to 73%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 6 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 18 sunny days in January to 16 in February.
Next month (March) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Cape Town in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 7 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Cape Town is gradually increasing during February, going from 6 m/s to 8 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Cape Town based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in February stands at 4%, leading to total precipitation of around 35 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 34 mm, which is moderate rain.Cape Town is amazing in February with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Cape Town wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 101 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 12 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last February in Cape Town?
This is the weather in Cape Town in February 2024:
1 February
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+26°C
2 February
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+24°C
3 February
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+25°C
4 February
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+27°C
5 February
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+23°C
6 February
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+29°C
7 February
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+25°C
8 February
☀️
+29°C
9 February
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+28°C
10 February
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+31°C
11 February
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+34°C
12 February
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+27°C
13 February
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+27°C
14 February
☀️
+25°C
15 February
☀️
+24°C
16 February
☀️
+25°C
17 February
☀️
+24°C
18 February
☀️
+26°C
19 February
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+26°C
20 February
🌧️
+20°C
21 February
☀️
+22°C
22 February
☀️
+25°C
23 February
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+25°C
24 February
☀️
+25°C
25 February
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+23°C
26 February
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+24°C
27 February
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+25°C
28 February
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+24°C
In February 2024 Cape Town had 25 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +26°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +20°C. The average humidity was 68%, with a maximum of 92% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 7 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Cape Town climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Cape Town in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1996 (+18°C) and the highest in 2022 (+22°C). The driest year was 2017 with only 308 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1389 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Cape Town in February:
Is February a good time to visit Cape Town?
Yes, February is a great time to go to Cape Town, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Cape Town.
Can you sunbathe in Cape Town in February?
February is warm in Cape Town. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Cape Town in February?
In general, you can swim in Cape Town in February, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +19°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Cape Town rainy in February?
Cape Town is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Cape Town in February?
The amount of sunny days in Cape Town during February varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
Other cities in South Africa
Check out the weather for other cities in South Africa.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Cape Town, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
