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Cape Town in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Cape Town in November will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Cape Town, based on historical data.
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November

Weather in Cape Town in November 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Cape Town in November? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +21°C and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 7 rainy days and 23 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+21°C
Avg. max. temperature
+8°C
Min.
+32°C
Max.
23 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cape Town has good weather in November.

Average temperature in Cape Town in November

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Cape Town for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +28°C during the day to a minimum of +14°C during the night, the temperature in November averages around +23°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°C to +26°C.

Is Cape Town warm or cold in November?

Cape Town is typically mild in November.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +19°C to +21°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +14°C to +15°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Cape Town:

Water temperature in Cape Town in November

Water in Cape Town in November is Fresh. It varies from +16°C to +19°C, with an average of +17°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +21°C.

In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the 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 November?

Water temperature (+17°C) in Cape Town in November might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
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 November

Cape Town weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+19°C+21°C+22°C
Min. temperature
0°C+8°C+11°C
Max. temperature
+33°C+32°C+34°C
Rainfall
25 mm23 mm15 mm
Wind
5 m/s6 m/s6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+16°C+17°C+18°C
Humidity
72%71%71%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1014 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
121316
Cloudy days
10108
Rainy days
876
Snowy days
000

November weather is still as good as in October. It’s getting warmer as November arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +19°C to +21°C during the day. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 25 mm to 23 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 71%. Winds are stronger in comparison to October, going up from 5 m/s to 6 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in November, from 12 to 13.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in December as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Cape Town in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 9 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 decreasing during November, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Cape Town based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 27% chance of rain on an average day in November, with total rainfall of approximately 50 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 31 mm, which is moderate rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during November, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how November 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 November in Cape Town?

This is the weather in Cape Town in November 2023:
1 November
☀️
+27°C
2 November
☀️
+28°C
3 November
☁️
+22°C
4 November
☁️
+22°C
5 November
☀️
+24°C
6 November
☁️
+21°C
7 November
☀️
+20°C
8 November
☀️
+21°C
9 November
☀️
+23°C
10 November
☀️
+24°C
11 November
☁️
+22°C
12 November
☀️
+21°C
13 November
☀️
+25°C
14 November
☀️
+28°C
15 November
☀️
+24°C
16 November
☀️
+24°C
17 November
☀️
+23°C
18 November
☀️
+23°C
19 November
☀️
+22°C
20 November
🌧️
+19°C
21 November
🌧️
+21°C
22 November
☁️
+21°C
23 November
☀️
+24°C
24 November
☀️
+23°C
25 November
☀️
+23°C
26 November
☀️
+25°C
27 November
☀️
+27°C
28 November
☁️
+24°C
29 November
☀️
+24°C
30 November
☀️
+26°C
In November 2023 Cape Town had 22 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +23°C, with an absolute maximum of +28°C and a minimum of +19°C. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in November?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Cape Town climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Cape Town in November 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 November:

Is November a good time to visit Cape Town?

November is a really good time to go to Cape Town. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Cape Town.

Can you sunbathe in Cape Town in November?

November has mild temperatures in Cape Town. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Cape Town in November?

In general, you can swim in Cape Town in November, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +17°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Cape Town rainy in November?

Cape Town is usually dry in November. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Cape Town in November?

The amount of sunny days in Cape Town during November varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in South Africa

Check out the weather for other cities in South Africa.

Monthly weather in Cape Town

Source of the data

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, 2022.

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.