Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across South Africa this July.
South Africa, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in July ranging from 13°C (55°F) in Rhodes to 27°C (81°F) in Komatipoort. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Komatipoort and -1°C (30°F) in Rhodes.
Find the average daytime temperatures in July for the most popular destinations in South Africa on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in July: blue is cold, red is hot.
Cape Town averages a daytime high of 17°C (63°F) in July, which is moderate for South Africa.
After dark, Cape Town cools to about 10°C (50°F) on an average July night.
From a thorough analysis of our records, Komatipoort clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 27°C (81°F), and evenings that remain near 13°C (55°F).
In our database, Rhodes is the chilliest city in July in South Africa. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 13°C (55°F), while the nighttime lows hover around -1°C (30°F).
Cape Town enjoys close to 193 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.
Across South Africa, sea temperatures in July range from cold at 15°C (59°F) in Cape Town to good at 20°C (68°F) in East London — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.
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