5
High
Extreme Heat Risk in Cape Town, South Africa
Risk Level: High — Score 5/10
Risk: 5Historical: 0
Key Risk Factors
- Moderate risk rating for Cape Town based on ThinkHazard (Extreme heat)
No significant events in the DisasterAWARE historical database for this hazard type near Cape Town. Risk rating is based on forward-looking hazard assessment models.
Peak season: June-September
Last significant event: No significant events on record
Highest Risk Cities for Extreme Heats
Cape Town is not in the top 10 for extreme heat risk among tracked cities.
How Cape Town Compares
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Extreme Heat Preparedness Tips
- 1.Stay hydrated — drink water regularly even if you don’t feel thirsty
- 2.Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours (10 AM – 4 PM)
- 3.Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke
- 4.Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning
- 5.Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle
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Earthquake Risk in Cape Town
Score: 3/10
Wildfire Risk in Cape Town
Score: 9/10
Hurricane Risk in Cape Town
Score: 0/10
Flood Risk in Cape Town
Score: 5/10
Tornado Risk in Cape Town
Score: 0/10
Winter Storm Risk in Cape Town
Score: 0/10
Landslide Risk in Cape Town
Score: 1/10
Drought Risk in Cape Town
Score: 1/10
High Wind Risk in Cape Town
Score: 0/10
Tsunami Risk in Cape Town
Score: 0/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Johannesburg, South Africa
Score: 9/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Nairobi, Kenya
Score: 1/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Lagos, Nigeria
Score: 3/10
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