Plettenberg Bay weather in July (Western Cape, South Africa)

What can you expect from the weather in Plettenberg Bay during July? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In July, Plettenberg Bay generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 19°C, while night temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Plettenberg Bay in July usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. Typically around 8 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 241 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July may not be the ideal month to visit Plettenberg Bay. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Plettenberg Bay climate page with graphs.

 

Plettenberg Bay, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 56 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
SunshineSunshine 241 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Knysna, South Africa (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in July

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in July and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Plettenberg Bay in July?

For visitors traveling to Plettenberg Bay, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in July.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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