Cape Town in March
The all-round sweet spot
The short answer
March is the best month to visit Cape Town.
March combines generally warm conditions with a gradual easing of peak summer holiday demand. It is a strong month for hiking, coastal drives, wine tasting and outdoor dining, although major sporting events can make particular weekends much busier.
9/10 overall15–25°CModerate-High crowds$$$
Weather9/10
Crowds6/10
Prices$$$
Events8.5/10
March in detail
What March actually feels like
- Weather
- 15–25°C
- The all-round sweet spot
- Crowds
- Moderate-High
- Moderate-High
- Prices
- $$$
- $$$
+Excellent all-round conditions.
–Event weekends can be busier.
My tip for March
Check the Cape Town Cycle Tour calendar before choosing your dates.
- Wine tasting
- outdoor adventures
How March compares
Against the other eleven months
1st of 12 overall in Cape Town, 3rd for weather, 8th for space, 8th for value. The emptiest month is July; the best value is July.
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What’s on in Cape Town in March
- Major sporting events
- The Cape Town Cycle Tour and Two Oceans Marathon attract large numbers of participants and spectators. In 2027, the Cycle Tour takes place on 14 March, while the Two Oceans Marathon’s half-marathon and ultra-marathon take place on 3 and 4 April respectively. Check the official calendars for your travel year, as dates change and road closures may affect your plans.
March–April
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Excellent all-round conditions.
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