April 17th 2026 arrived with quite a surprise! Rain, rain and even more rain on Table Mountain, heavy at time and transformed the landscape from dry stream and riverbeds back to their pre Summer state.
Welcomed by all this unexpected deluge has helped fill our shrinking dams and gardeners also tired of continual watering will breath a sigh of relief.
Temperatures also dropped considerably, down to 10oc in Cape Town while higher peaks in the nearby mountains reportedly experiencing a light dusting of snow. When in Cape Town expect anything weatherwise.
People sometimes question why we start early in winter. The reason is even in those cooler months hot days happen and therefore best plan to avoid high temperatures at any time of year. Rain is possible in any month but May to September are the rainy months.
When planning a hike up Table Mountain, check the forecast, have the correct clothing and footwear, have water and know what the route entails and that your fitness is good enough.
If in doubt check with us and we’ll advise you accordingly. Above all we want you to enjoy your hike up Table Mountain, even when we have rain on Table Mountain, so be prepared, fit and enthusiastic!