Weather in Cape Town for July 2026
So far, July 2026 in Cape Town is slightly warmer than the historical average by 0.6 °C.
The forecast for the next days in Cape Town predicts temperatures to be around 18 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Cape Town at the beginning of July is 16.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 18.7 °C by the end of July.
Cape Town experiences heavy rainfall in July, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 110.5 mm.
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Cape Town Weather July
Temperatures trend during July in Cape Town
July weather in Cape Town day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jul. |  Patchy rain possible | 17° /10° | 5.4 mm | 5 | |
| 2 Jul. |  Partly cloudy | 16° /10° | 2.2 mm | 4 | |
| 3 Jul. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /10° | 11.6 mm | 4 | |
| 4 Jul. | Patchy rain possible | 16° /9° | 6.9 mm | 4 | |
| 5 Jul. |  Sunny | 17° /9° | 1.3 mm | 5 | |
| 6 Jul. | Sunny | 18° /8° | 1.5 mm | 4 | |
| 7 Jul. | Sunny | 16° /9° | 5.3 mm | 4 | |
| 8 Jul. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 16° /9° | 7.6 mm | 4 | |
| 9 Jul. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /9° | 5.5 mm | 4 | |
| 10 Jul. | Sunny | 15° /9° | 3.4 mm | 4 | |
| 11 Jul. | Sunny | 16° /9° | 5.6 mm | 4 | |
| 12 Jul. | Partly cloudy | 16° /7° | 7.7 mm | 4 | |
| 13 Jul. | Patchy rain possible | 16° /8° | 4.2 mm | 4 | |
| 14 Jul. | Partly cloudy | 16° /8° | 3 mm | 5 | |
| 15 Jul. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /9° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 16 Jul. | Partly cloudy | 18° /10° | 0.9 mm | 5 | |
| 17 Jul. |  Overcast | 18° /10° | 2.6 mm | 4 | |
| 18 Jul. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /10° | 4.1 mm | 4 | |
| 19 Jul. | Overcast | 15° /9° | 1.8 mm | 4 | |
| 20 Jul. | Moderate rain at times | 15° /8° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| 21 Jul. | Sunny | 16° /11° | 0.1 mm | 3.2 | |
| 22 Jul. | Sunny | 15° /11° | 0 mm | 3.5 | |
| 23 Jul. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /11° | 1.2 mm | 0.9 | |
| 24 Jul. | Sunny | 17° /12° | 0.1 mm | 3.7 | |
| 25 Jul. | Sunny | 20° /12° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 26 Jul. | Sunny | 19° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 27 Jul. | Partly cloudy | 17° /14° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 28 Jul. | Sunny | 16° /12° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 29 Jul. | Sunny | 18° /10° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 30 Jul. | Sunny | 20° /13° | 0.6 mm | 7 | |
| 31 Jul. | Patchy rain possible | 21° /14° | 0.6 mm | 7 | |
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Cape Town in July - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Cape Town during July?
How much rainfall should be expected in Cape Town during July?
What are the typical wind conditions in Cape Town during July?
Cape Town water temperatures in July
The average water temperature of the Atlantic Ocean near Cape Town in July is 13.3 °C. At the beginning of July temperatures are around 13.1 °C; by the end of the month they get a bit warmer and reach 13.8 °C.
- What is the water temperature in Cape Town in July?
- The average water temperature in Cape Town in July is 13.3 °C.
- Can you swim in Cape Town in July?
- Cold enough that you lose heat fast. A full 4–5 mm wetsuit (plus hood/gloves for comfort) is advisable for anything beyond a brief plunge.
July rainfall patterns in Cape Town
UV exposure in Cape Town during July
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