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Gauteng Weather in July

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

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Johannesburg Pretoria Kempton Park Centurion

Are you planning a trip a to Gauteng, South Africa in July and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Gauteng in July

Gauteng, South Africa is a region in South Africa. July in Gauteng generally has pleasant temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 19°C (66°F) in Alberton to 22°C (72°F) in Akasia. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Akasia and 4°C (39°F) in Alberton. While July might be the chilliest month, Gauteng, South Africa offers areas with temperate climates year-round, ensuring visitors always have a delightful experience.

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

Precipitation

July is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 3.6 mm (0.1 in) in Johannesburg. Going by our weather data, this month in Johannesburg usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in July. Johannesburg typically receives 284 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Gauteng by month

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

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March26°C (79°F) April24°C (75°F) May22°C (72°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August22°C (72°F) September26°C (79°F) October27°C (81°F) November27°C (81°F) December27°C (81°F)
Best Time to Visit Gauteng →

Best Places to Visit in Gauteng in July

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

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 Gauteng

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

Temperature range in Gauteng (July)

Precipitation variation in Gauteng (July)

Johannesburg

In July Johannesburg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
284 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Johannesburg →

Pretoria

In July Pretoria generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and almost no 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)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
288 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.9 mm (0.3 in)
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
7.8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pretoria →

Kempton Park

In July Kempton Park generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
284 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kempton Park →

Centurion

In July Centurion generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and almost no 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)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
288 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Centurion →

Midrand

In July Midrand generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
288 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.3 mm (0.3 in)
3.3 mm (0.1 in)
8.8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Midrand →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Gauteng, 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 Gauteng in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Johannesburg 20°C (68°F) 4°C (39°F) 3.6 mm (0.1 in)
Pretoria 21°C (70°F) 6°C (43°F) 3.6 mm (0.1 in)
Kempton Park 20°C (68°F) 4°C (39°F) 3.5 mm (0.1 in)
Centurion 21°C (70°F) 6°C (43°F) 3.5 mm (0.1 in)
Midrand 20°C (68°F) 5°C (41°F) 3.3 mm (0.1 in)
Boksburg 20°C (68°F) 4°C (39°F) 3.7 mm (0.1 in)

Gauteng weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gauteng, South Africa in July?

Gauteng, South Africa typically experiences perfect weather in July, part of the season. Daytime highs in Johannesburg average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Gauteng, South Africa in July?

Johannesburg averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Gauteng, South Africa during July, with Johannesburg averaging close to 3.6 mm (0.1 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Gauteng, South Africa?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Gauteng, South Africa with overall perfect weather in Johannesburg.

On average, the best time to visit Gauteng, South Africa is in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Johannesburg.

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