AI-generatedSimon's Town at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Feb
- Warmest month
- Feb · 23°
- Warmest sea
- Jan · 18.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,050 h
- Rain a year
- 734 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Elevation
- 15 m
Climate in Simon's Town
Simon's Town has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 23 °C, while August is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 3,050 hours of sunshine a year, Simon's Town is very sunny; January is the sunniest month with 11.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Simon's Town
The best time to visit Simon's Town is from January to February. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in January it only reaches 18.4 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, the weather is pleasant all year round. The wettest month is June with 131 mm of precipitation.
Simon's Town through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Simon's Town in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 18–20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Simon's Town in summer
Dec – Feb
Good
- 22–23 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days in all
Simon's Town in autumn
Mar – May
Fair
- 19–22 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Simon's Town in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
All year
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: December – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: January – February
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 19°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 19°
- Evening, 20:00: about 17°
- Night, 23:00: about 15°
06:0518:58
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:50–06:39 · evening 18:25–19:14
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:40–05:50 · evening 19:14–19:24
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Simon's Town compared with home
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In October, daytime highs rise from about 18° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea warms from 15° to 16°. The days get 1.0 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 18° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 15° |
| Sea | 15° | 16° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.4 h |
What is the weather like in Simon's Town in October?
In October, Simon's Town is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 53 min06:05 – 18:58
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 43 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %2 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %98 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %84 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Simon's Town
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Simon's Town: score 65 against 37. In January, days are 3 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in January. January has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 37 | 65better |
| Daytime high | 19° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 18° |
| Sea | 15.7° | 18.4° |
| Sunshine | 8.9 h | 11.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 6 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 39 mm | 21 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 4 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Simon's Town month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
65January22° · Sea 18° · 11.2 h
In January, Simon's Town is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 21 mm in total. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in January65February23° · Sea 18° · 10.5 h
In February, Simon's Town is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in February57March22° · Sea 17° · 9.1 h
In March, Simon's Town is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 25 mm in total. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in March40April20° · Sea 16° · 7.9 h
In April, Simon's Town is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in April24May19° · Sea 16° · 6.3 h
In May, Simon's Town is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 15.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 90 mm. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in May19June17° · Sea 16° · 5.8 h
In June, Simon's Town is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 131 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in June22July17° · Sea 15° · 6.3 h
In July, Simon's Town is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 119 mm in total. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in July22August17° · Sea 15° · 6.6 h
In August, Simon's Town is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 112 mm in total. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in August28September18° · Sea 15° · 7.4 h
In September, Simon's Town is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 65 mm. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in September37October19° · Sea 16° · 8.9 h
In October, Simon's Town is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in October43November20° · Sea 17° · 9.8 h
In November, Simon's Town is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in November59December22° · Sea 18° · 10.6 h
In December, Simon's Town is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 17.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 25 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Simon's Town.
Simon's Town in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Simon's Town
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 14°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in July (11°), the warmest in January (18°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from November to March.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 65 | 22° | 18° | 18.4° | 11.2 h | 4 | 21 |
| FebruaryFeb | 65 | 23° | 18° | 18.3° | 10.5 h | 3 | 16 |
| MarchMar | 57 | 22° | 17° | 17.4° | 9.1 h | 4 | 25 |
| AprilApr | 40 | 20° | 14° | 16.0° | 7.9 h | 5 | 49 |
| MayMay | 24 | 19° | 13° | 15.9° | 6.3 h | 9 | 90 |
| JuneJun | 19 | 17° | 12° | 15.6° | 5.8 h | 11 | 131 |
| JulyJul | 22 | 17° | 11° | 14.9° | 6.3 h | 10 | 119 |
| AugustAug | 22 | 17° | 12° | 14.9° | 6.6 h | 11 | 112 |
| SeptemberSep | 28 | 18° | 13° | 15.2° | 7.4 h | 9 | 65 |
| OctoberOct | 37 | 19° | 14° | 15.7° | 8.9 h | 6 | 39 |
| NovemberNov | 43 | 20° | 15° | 16.7° | 9.8 h | 6 | 42 |
| DecemberDec | 59 | 22° | 17° | 17.8° | 10.6 h | 4 | 25 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Simon's Town
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 15.0 – 16.3 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Simon's Town ranges from 14.9 °C in July to 18.4 °C in January. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in January, eight out of ten years were between 17.0 and 19.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.4° | 17.0° | 19.7° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 18.3° | 16.4° | 20.0° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 17.4° | 15.8° | 19.1° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 16.0° | 14.7° | 17.4° | cold |
| MayMay | 15.9° | 14.9° | 16.9° | cold |
| JuneJun | 15.6° | 14.7° | 16.4° | cold |
| JulyJul | 14.9° | 14.2° | 15.9° | cold |
| AugustAug | 14.9° | 14.0° | 15.5° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 15.2° | 14.8° | 15.9° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 15.7° | 15.0° | 16.3° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 16.7° | 15.6° | 18.0° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 17.8° | 16.0° | 19.4° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Simon's Town
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.9 of 12.9 hours of daylight in Simon's Town, 69 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Simon's Town: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Simon's Town has about 6 rainy days with 39 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Simon's Town
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 9 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 35 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Simon's Town
How breezy and how cloudy Simon's Town is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Simon's Town typically peaks at 21 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Sep – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 43 % of the sky over Simon's Town: mostly sunny, with about 8.9 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Planning a trip to Simon's Town
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Simon's Town in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Simon's Town has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 62) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 22).
- 45
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 23
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 22
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 37
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 62
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h 10 min
- Distance
- 9,700 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: South Africa
- Currency
- South African Rand (ZAR)
- Languages
- Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans
- Sockets
- Type C, D, M, N · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +27
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Simon's Town vs Cape Town
In October Cape Town has the better holiday weather (score 62 vs 37). During the day Cape Town is 4 °C warmer than Simon's Town. The sea in Cape Town is 1 °C cooler.
| in October | Simon's Town | Cape Town |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 37 | 62 |
| Daytime high | 19° | 23° |
| Sea | 16° | 15° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 5 |
| Best time | Jan – Feb | Sep – Apr |
Through the year
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In October, Simon's Town ranks 31 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Orania23°100
- 2Cape Town23°15°99
- 3Somerset West23°16°99
- 4Paarl24°99
- 5Franschhoek23°96
- 6Stellenbosch22°95
- 7Beaufort West27°95
- 8Worcester24°94
- 31Simon's TownThis page19°16°37
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Frequently asked questions about Simon's Town
When is the best time to visit Simon's Town?
The best time to visit Simon's Town is from January to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Simon's Town?
The sea temperature in Simon's Town ranges from 14.9 °C in July to 18.4 °C in January. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Simon's Town in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 15.7 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Simon's Town?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 23 °C and nights around 18 °C. August is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Simon's Town?
The wettest month is June with 131 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 16 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Simon's Town get?
Simon's Town gets around 3,050 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 11.2 hours a day; in June there are 5.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Simon's Town in?
Simon's Town is on UTC+2 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Simon's Town?
A nonstop flight from London to Simon's Town takes about 12 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,700 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Simon's Town?
Simon's Town has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 62) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 22). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 45, May half-term 23, summer holidays 22, October half-term 37, Christmas holidays 62.