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Eastern Cape Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Eastern Cape, South Africa in July.

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Planning a getaway to Eastern Cape, South Africa 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 Eastern Cape in July

Eastern Cape, South Africa is a region in South Africa. Eastern Cape, South Africa offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In July, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Rhodes at 13°C (55°F) to warm in Kruger National Park at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Kruger National Park and -1°C (30°F) in Rhodes.

For specific regional insights in Eastern Cape, South Africa, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Mookgophong with an average of 3.4 mm (0.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Eersterivierstrand with 64 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Gqeberha sees close to 228 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Eastern Cape by month

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

January25°C (77°F) February25°C (77°F) March24°C (75°F) April23°C (73°F) May22°C (72°F) This monthJune21°C (70°F) July20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September20°C (68°F) October21°C (70°F) November22°C (72°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Eastern Cape in July

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Eastern Cape

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Eastern Cape, South Africa?

Temperature range in Eastern Cape (July)

Precipitation variation in Eastern Cape (July)

Gqeberha

In July Gqeberha generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
228 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Gqeberha →

Jeffreys Bay

In July Jeffreys Bay generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
228 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jeffreys Bay →

East London

In July East London generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
237 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in East London →

Port Alfred

In July Port Alfred generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Addo

In July Addo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
228 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Eastern Cape, in South Africa.

In our records: South Africa July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in South Africa in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest July daytime high in South Africa was 3°C (37°F) in Bloemfontein on July 17, 2000.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Eastern Cape in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gqeberha 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Jeffreys Bay 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
East London 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Port Alfred 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Addo 22°C (72°F) 8°C (46°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Graaff-Reinet 19°C (66°F) 5°C (41°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)

Eastern Cape weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Eastern Cape, South Africa in July?

Eastern Cape, South Africa typically experiences perfect weather in July, part of the season. Daytime highs in Gqeberha average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Eastern Cape, South Africa in July?

Average temperatures in Eastern Cape, South Africa during July range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Gqeberha.

Does Eastern Cape, South Africa get a lot of rain in July?

Not particularly. Gqeberha averages just 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain in July, making it a mostly dry month for Eastern Cape, South Africa.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Eastern Cape, South Africa?

In our opinion, July is a good time to visit Eastern Cape, South Africa with overall perfect weather in Gqeberha. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Eastern Cape, South Africa is in with generally perfect weather in Gqeberha.

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