Lesotho Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lesotho in July.

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Maseru

Planning a getaway to Lesotho this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Lesotho in July

July in Lesotho generally has mild temperatures, with low precipitation. July is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Maseru.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Lesotho, check out the map below.

Precipitation

July is a dry month with an average snow/rainfall of around 12 mm (0.5 in) in Maseru. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Maseru typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this July. For example, Maseru gets approximately 255 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Lesotho by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lesotho — and find the best time to visit. (based on Maseru)

January28°C (82°F) February27°C (81°F) March26°C (79°F) April23°C (73°F) May20°C (68°F) This monthJune17°C (63°F) July17°C (63°F) August20°C (68°F) September24°C (75°F) October26°C (79°F) November27°C (81°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Lesotho in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Lesotho.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Lesotho

What is the weather like in July for the most popular destinonation in Lesotho?

Maseru

In July Maseru generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
255 hours
281 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
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Weather conditions
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In our records: Lesotho July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in Lesotho in our climate database (1997 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest July night in Lesotho dropped to -9°C (16°F) in Maseru on July 16, 2020.

Lesotho weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lesotho in July?

Expect pleasant weather across Lesotho in July. The popular destination of Maseru averages 17°C (63°F) by day and -1°C (30°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Lesotho in July?

Average temperatures in Lesotho during July range from a nighttime low near -1°C (30°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Maseru.

Does Lesotho get a lot of snow/rain in July?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lesotho during July, with Maseru averaging close to 12 mm (0.5 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Lesotho?

In our opinion, July may not be the ideal time to visit Lesotho due to the typically pleasant weather in Maseru.

On average, the best time to visit Lesotho is in April, May, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Maseru.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Lesotho.

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