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Monday, 17th August 2026
17°
Sunny
Low 13°
Mild temperatures are expected in Cape Town Today, peaking at around 17 °C and dropping to 13 °C by night. Gentle breezes are expected across Cape Town Today, with speeds reaching around 14 km/h. Intermittent light showers are likely, with about 0.23 mm expected. Expect a humid atmosphere, with levels hovering around 83%.
17° / 13°
Temp
31%
Rain
14 km/h
Wind
83%
Humidity
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Cape Town hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 13.5° | 13.3° | 13.2° | 13.1° | 13.1° | 13.4° | 13.7° | 13.9° | Sunrise | 14.2° | 14.7° | 15.3° | 15.9° | 16.5° | 17.2° | 17.4° | 17.2° | 16.7° | 16.3° | 15.7° | Sunset | 15° | 14.6° | 14.4° | 14.2° | 14° | |
| wind speed | 10 km/h | 11 km/h | 12 km/h | 11 km/h | 11 km/h | 10 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 8 km/h | 11 km/h | 13 km/h | 13 km/h | 12 km/h | 13 km/h | 13 km/h | 14 km/h | 13 km/h | 14 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 349° | 3° | 7° | 11° | 11° | 10° | 13° | 3° | 359° | 343° | 333° | 309° | 273° | 249° | 228° | 211° | 194° | 181° | 174° | 169° | 161° | 160° | 158° | 157° | |||
| wind direction | N | N | N | N | N | N | NNE | N | N | NNW | NNW | NW | W | WSW | SW | SSW | SSW | S | S | S | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 11% | 12% | 13% | 24% | 24% | 28% | 28% | 29% | 26% | 24% | 23% | 22% | 22% | 18% | 19% | 22% | 13% | 12% | 12% | 12% | 13% | 13% | 13% | 14% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 82% | 83% | 83% | 83% | 83% | 82% | 81% | 81% | 82% | 83% | 83% | 83% | 82% | 81% | 80% | 81% | 83% | 83% | 84% | 86% | 87% | 88% | 89% | 89% | |||
| dew point | 10.6° | 10.5° | 10.4° | 10.3° | 10.3° | 10.4° | 10.5° | 10.8° | 11.2° | 11.8° | 12.5° | 13° | 13.5° | 13.8° | 14° | 13.9° | 13.8° | 13.3° | 13° | 12.7° | 12.5° | 12.5° | 12.4° | 12.2° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 5.4 km | |||
| cloud cover | 13% | 24% | 30% | 88% | 84% | 95% | 93% | 100% | 97% | 90% | 89% | 84% | 86% | 70% | 77% | 85% | 32% | 24% | 18% | 9% | 8% | 10% | 10% | 10% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 1.2 | 1.6 | 3.1 | 3.3 | 1.8 | 1.6 | 1 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Cape Town today
The temperature today in Cape Town is expected to be typical for this time of year, with a forecast of 17 °C, closely aligning with the historical average for 17th of August.
temperatures
17 °C
rain
0.2 mm
wind
14 km/h
UV
Moderate
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Cape Town daylight overview ☀️
Today in Cape Town, The sun rises at 07:22 and sets at 18:17, giving a total daylight duration of 10 hours and 55 minutes.
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The weather today in Cape Town - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Cape Town?
The maximum temperature for today in Cape Town is expected to be 17° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Cape Town? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 31% chance of rain in Cape Town today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Cape Town? 🌀
The wind in Cape Town is expected to blow at 14 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Cape Town today?
Given the forecast of 17 °C with a 31% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Cape Town today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Cape Town today?
The sun is expected to rise at 07:22 and set at 18:17 in Cape Town.
How accurate is the weather forecast Cape Town today? ✅
Cape Town weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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