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Richards Bay weather in July (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

How is the weather in Richards Bay in July? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Richards Bay, July is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 24°C, while night temperatures can drop to 17°C. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.

Richards Bay in July usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 6 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, July is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August, September, October and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Richards Bay, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  

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 Richards Bay in July?

For visitors traveling to Richards 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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