What is the time now in Cape Town, South Africa?
Johannesburg, South Africa is 9 hours ahead of local time Los Angeles, United States.
Cape Town does not have daylight saving time.
SAST - South Africa Standard Time
The IANA time zone identifier for Cape Town is Africa/Johannesburg.
Related: South Africa, World Timezones.
The Moon in Cape Town is currently in a Waning Gibbous phase, with approximately 98% of its visible surface illuminated by the Sun. It is steadily waning toward the Last Quarter.
| Moonrise | 7:18 PM |
|---|---|
| Moonset | 6:53 AM |
| Phase | 🌖 Waning Gibbous |
| Illumination | 98% |
The next full moon will occur in Cape Town on September 26, 2026, at 6:45 PM SAST. This particular full moon is traditionally known as the Harvest Moon.
Location Details: Cape Town
| Country: | South Africa |
| Lat/Long: | -33.9249 / 18.4241 |
| Currency: | South African Rand (ZAR) |
| Languages: | English, Afrikaans, Xhosa |
| Country Code: | +27 |
Map Of Cape Town
Airports in Cape Town
| Airport | IATA | ICAO | Distance to Cape Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Town International Airport | CPT | FACT | 20 km |
| Stellenbosch Airfield | — | FASH | 50 km |
Note: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the city's main airport and the primary gateway for domestic and international flights. Stellenbosch Airfield (FASH) primarily serves general aviation, flight training, and private aircraft.