Verdict: Excellent month
Cape Town Weather in January
January hits the sweet spot in Cape Town — highs around 26°C (79°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is a non-issue, with only ~3 wet days in an average year. Overall, January is one of the best months of the year to be in Cape Town.
Average high
26°C / 79°F
Average low
17°C / 63°F
Rain days
~3
Precipitation
16 mm
What to pack for Cape Town in January
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Cape Town: Jan (26°C / 79°F) · Coolest: Jul (16°C / 61°F) · Wettest: Aug (~12 rain days)
26°
17°
Jan
26°
17°
Feb
24°
16°
Mar
22°
14°
Apr
19°
12°
May
18°
11°
Jun
16°
10°
Jul
16°
10°
Aug
18°
11°
Sep
22°
13°
Oct
23°
15°
Nov
24°
16°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)