Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park Weather in July

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

Planning a journey to the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa this July and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in July

The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa is a region in South Africa. July in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park generally has pleasant temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Rietfontein. Even if July is considered the coolest month, there are areas in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

For specific regional insights in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

July is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 3.5 mm (0.1 in) in Rietfontein. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Rietfontein typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Rietfontein enjoys about 288 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Rietfontein)

Best Places to Visit in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in July

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

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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 the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

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

Temperature range in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (July)

Precipitation variation in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (July)

Rietfontein

In July Rietfontein generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
288 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.5 mm (0.3 in)
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
7.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions

Askham

In July Askham generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
3.3 mm (0.1 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Twee Rivieren

In July Twee Rivieren generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
3.3 mm (0.1 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rietfontein 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 3.5 mm (0.1 in)
Askham 22°C (72°F) 5°C (41°F) 3.3 mm (0.1 in)
Twee Rivieren 23°C (73°F) 5°C (41°F) 3.3 mm (0.1 in)

The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa in July?

July in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa brings perfect weather. In Rietfontein, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa in July?

Average temperatures in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa during July range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Rietfontein.

Does the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa get a lot of rain in July?

Not particularly. Rietfontein averages just 3.5 mm (0.1 in) of rain in July, making it a mostly dry month for the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa.

Is July a Good Time to Visit the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa. Typically, the climate in Rietfontein is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa is in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Rietfontein.

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