Is April a good month to visit Cape Town?

April sits in the autumn period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Cape Town in April?

Average highs around 22.4C and lows near 14.3C. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

What weather should I expect in Cape Town during April?

April typically averages around 18.4C, with about 44.7mm of rain across 4 days.

Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town in April

Cape Town, South Africa

Visiting Cape Town in April means experiencing the autumn. During autumn, Cape Town offers crisp air, changing colours, and a cosy atmosphere.

SeasonAutumn

Travel StyleNature's Wonder

Cost$$$

Weather in Cape Town in April

Average highs around 22.4C and lows near 14.3C. 44.7mm average precipitation and about 4 rainy days. April typically sits between March and May conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Cape Town. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

Avg High22.4C

Avg Low14.3C

Rainy Days4

Precipitation44.7mm

Daylight11.2h/day

Sunshine9.7h/day

Wind21 km/h

UVlow

Humiditydry

Temperature

April brings autumn conditions in Cape Town, South Africa. The average temperature is about 18.4C, with lows near 14.3C and highs around 22.4C.

Sunshine Hours

Cape Town, South Africa usually gets around 9.7 hours of sunshine per day in April, with roughly 11.2 daylight hours available for sightseeing.

Rain

April sees around 44.7mm of rainfall over about 4 days. Rain can occur for around 1.7 hours per day on average.

Humidity

Humidity in April is generally dry for Cape Town, South Africa, especially when rainfall periods increase.

Cape Town in April

Cape Town in April