Weather in Cape Town for September 2026
So far, September 2026 in Cape Town is slightly warmer than the historical average by 1.9 °C.
The forecast for the next days in Cape Town predicts temperatures to be around 19 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Cape Town at the beginning of September is 17.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 18.9 °C by the end of September.
With an average of 5 rainy days, Cape Town experiences minimal rainfall in September.
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Cape Town Weather September
Temperatures trend during September in Cape Town
September weather in Cape Town day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Sept. | Overcast | 18° /9° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 2 Sept. | Sunny | 19° /10° | 1.4 mm | 5 | |
| 3 Sept. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /10° | 1.3 mm | 5 | |
| 4 Sept. | Partly cloudy | 17° /10° | 2.6 mm | 5 | |
| 5 Sept. | Patchy rain possible | 16° /10° | 5.1 mm | 4 | |
| 6 Sept. | Sunny | 17° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 7 Sept. | Sunny | 20° /10° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 8 Sept. | Partly cloudy | 21° /11° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 9 Sept. | Sunny | 21° /11° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 10 Sept. | Sunny | 19° /10° | 3.7 mm | 5 | |
| 11 Sept. | Sunny | 18° /10° | 3.4 mm | 5 | |
| 12 Sept. | Overcast | 18° /15° | 0.8 mm | 2.2 | |
| 13 Sept. | Thundery outbreaks possible | 20° /15° | 4 mm | 5.3 | |
| 14 Sept. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /15° | 5.1 mm | 3.4 | |
| 15 Sept. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /14° | 4.4 mm | 7 | |
| 16 Sept. | Light rain shower | 14° /13° | 21.7 mm | 5 | |
| 17 Sept. | Sunny | 17° /12° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 18 Sept. | Sunny | 17° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 19 Sept. | Sunny | 18° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 20 Sept. | Sunny | 22° /12° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 21 Sept. | Sunny | 26° /15° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 22 Sept. | Overcast | 23° /15° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 23 Sept. | Patchy rain possible | 16° /13° | 0.7 mm | 6 | |
| 24 Sept. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /12° | 2.2 mm | 5 | |
| 25 Sept. | Sunny | 16° /12° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 26 Sept. | Partly cloudy | 20° /11° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 27 Sept. | Sunny | 20° /11° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 28 Sept. | Sunny | 20° /11° | 1.8 mm | 6 | |
| 29 Sept. | Sunny | 20° /12° | 1.3 mm | 6 | |
| 30 Sept. | Light rain shower | 21° /11° | 3.6 mm | 6 | |
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Cape Town in September - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Cape Town during September?
How much rainfall should be expected in Cape Town during September?
What are the typical wind conditions in Cape Town during September?
Cape Town water temperatures in September
The average water temperature of the Atlantic Ocean near Cape Town in September is 12.6 °C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent throughout the month.
- What is the water temperature in Cape Town in September?
- The average water temperature in Cape Town in September is 12.6 °C.
- Can you swim in Cape Town in September?
- Cold enough that you lose heat fast. A full 4–5 mm wetsuit (plus hood/gloves for comfort) is advisable for anything beyond a brief plunge.
September rainfall patterns in Cape Town
UV exposure in Cape Town during September
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