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Sunscreen for Cape Town in October

Verdict

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Sun still finds you at 68°F — UV doesn't care about temperature.

Why

Cape Town in October averages highs of 68°F, lows of 53°F, 6 rainy days.

That climate means sunscreen earns its space in the bag. Sun still finds you at 68°F — UV doesn't care about temperature.

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