Weather in Cape Town for January 2026
Until now, January 2026 in Cape Town has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 26.5 °C (showing only a slight deviation of 0.5 °C).
Expect cooler weather in the next days in Cape Town with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 22.5 °C, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Cape Town at the beginning of January is 25.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 24.7 °C by the end of January.
Precipitation in Cape Town during January is a rare event, with an average of fewer than 2 rainy days.
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Cape Town Weather January
Temperatures trend during January in Cape Town
January weather in Cape Town day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Sunny | 26° /16° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| 2 Jan. | Sunny | 27° /16° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 3 Jan. | Sunny | 27° /17° | 0.1 mm | 9 | |
| 4 Jan. | Sunny | 27° /17° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 5 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 24° /16° | 0.1 mm | 9 | |
| 6 Jan. | Sunny | 25° /16° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| 7 Jan. | Sunny | 25° /16° | 0.4 mm | 9 | |
| 8 Jan. | Sunny | 26° /16° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 9 Jan. |  Overcast | 26° /17° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| 10 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 26° /17° | 0.8 mm | 9 | |
| 11 Jan. | Sunny | 27° /16° | 0.1 mm | 10 | |
| 12 Jan. | Sunny | 26° /17° | 0.1 mm | 8 | |
| 13 Jan. | Sunny | 23° /18° | 0 mm | 3.6 | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 23° /18° | 1.8 mm | 3.5 | |
| 15 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 21° /17° | 0.3 mm | 3.2 | |
| 16 Jan. | Sunny | 20° /16° | 0.1 mm | 3.1 | |
| 17 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 22° /17° | 0.1 mm | 4.3 | |
| 18 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 21° /18° | 0.4 mm | 7 | |
| 19 Jan. | Sunny | 24° /17° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 20 Jan. | Sunny | 24° /18° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 21 Jan. | Sunny | 24° /18° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 22 Jan. | Sunny | 29° /18° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 23 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 23° /18° | 0.1 mm | 8 | |
| 24 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /18° | 0.6 mm | 7 | |
| 25 Jan. | Sunny | 20° /17° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 21° /18° | 0.8 mm | 7 | |
| 27 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 25° /16° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 28 Jan. | Sunny | 25° /16° | 0.1 mm | 9 | |
| 29 Jan. | Sunny | 27° /16° | 0.1 mm | 9 | |
| 30 Jan. | Sunny | 28° /16° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /17° | 0.7 mm | 9 | |
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Cape Town in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Cape Town during January?
How much rainfall should be expected in Cape Town during January?
What are the typical wind conditions in Cape Town during January?
Cape Town water temperatures in January
The average water temperature of the Atlantic Ocean near Cape Town in January is 16.6 °C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent throughout the month.
- What is the water temperature in Cape Town in January?
- The average water temperature in Cape Town in January is 16.6 °C.
- Can you swim in Cape Town in January?
- Brisk: quick dips and active swimming are fine, but pack a 2–3 mm spring suit if you plan longer sessions or early-morning outings.
January rainfall patterns in Cape Town
UV exposure in Cape Town during January
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