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Cape Town in June

June is quiet season — fewer people, with real trade-offs for Cape Town.

The weather

Wet and windy, 18°C.

Ant's take

Winter rains. Southern right whales arrive in Hermanus — a different, cosier Cape.

Before this: May (good time). After: July (quiet season). Full picture in our Cape Town travel guide.

Cape Town through the year

Thinking of June anyway?

Ant will be straight with you about what June means on the ground and shape the trip around it.

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Cape Town in June: quick answers

Is June a good time to visit Cape Town?
June is quiet season — fewer people, with real trade-offs for Cape Town. Wet and windy, 18°C. Winter rains. Southern right whales arrive in Hermanus — a different, cosier Cape.
What is the best time to visit Cape Town?
AskAnt rates February, March, April, October, November as the best months for Cape Town.