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Overberg Weather in July

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

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Hermanus Gansbaai Swellendam Kleinmond

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

What to Expect in the Overberg in July

The Overberg, South Africa is a region in South Africa. July in the Overberg generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Kleinmond at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Swellendam at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Swellendam and 11°C (52°F) in Kleinmond.

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

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Swellendam with an average of 35 mm (1.4 in) to high rainfall in Kleinmond with 103 mm (4.1 in).

Explore the Overberg by month

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

January24°C (75°F) February25°C (77°F) March24°C (75°F) April22°C (72°F) May20°C (68°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September18°C (64°F) October20°C (68°F) November21°C (70°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Overberg in July

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

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 the Overberg

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

Temperature range in the Overberg (July)

Precipitation variation in the Overberg (July)

Hermanus

In July Hermanus generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Hermanus →

Gansbaai

In July Gansbaai generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Gansbaai →

Swellendam

In July Swellendam generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Swellendam →

Kleinmond

In July Kleinmond generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
193 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kleinmond →

Bredasdorp

In July Bredasdorp generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Overberg, 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 Overberg in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hermanus 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Gansbaai 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Swellendam 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Kleinmond 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Bredasdorp 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Struisbaai 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

The Overberg weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across the Overberg, South Africa in July. The popular destination of Hermanus averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in the Overberg, South Africa during July range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Hermanus.

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

July is on the drier side in the Overberg, South Africa. Hermanus averages only about 89 mm (3.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is July a Good Time to Visit the Overberg, South Africa?

In our view, July might not be the best time to travel to the Overberg, South Africa with often tolerable weather in Hermanus.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Hermanus. On the other hand, the months of July and August tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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