As icy—cold temperatures persist, the iconic tourism hotspot, Table Mountain was transformed on Wednesday morning when it was draped in a blanket of snow.
This follows days a number of cold fronts that have been sweeping across the country. Table Mountain Aerial Cableway’s Executive Director Selma Hercules shared the news and footage.
🟡If you’ve been feeling the chill from the cold weather in Cape Town, here’s why: light snow blanketed the top of Table Mountain this morning. #Smile904fmnews pic.twitter.com/5QemcrMBcd
— Smile90.4 FM (@Smile904FM) August 28, 2024
“Images captured by our team, who are currently preparing for our official re-opening next week, have been circulating on social media,” said Hercules.
READ MORE: Table Mountain cableway shuts down for maintenance
TMACC shut down for Annual Maintenance from on 15 July and reopens 1 September.
“Our iconic landmark is also in the running for Africa’s Leading Tourist Attraction in the World Travel Awards 2024! Your vote can help us secure this prestigious title and showcase the magic of Table Mountain to the world,” added Hercules.
Voting closes on 8 September and the public can vote here: https://www.worldtravelawards.com/vote
Frosty conditions will continue into Thursday, with Sutherland predicted to be the coldest area in the province at a freezing overnight temperature of -9°C
Snowfall has also been reported in the Cederberg mountains.