Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Cape Town in July
Little changes in Cape Town from June: highs stay near 60°F (16°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), and about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 86/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 60°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 56°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (81 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 38%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 57 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What July feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 60°F (16°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 56°F (13°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.2 in (81 mm).
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April & May and October – January.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from June (85 → 86/100).
- Our Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route recommends Oct – Apr, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 56°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cape Town in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Chapman's Peak Drive
Toll road cut into cliffs between Hout Bay and Noordhoek, with pullouts over the Atlantic.
Why now July scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
Gardens of native fynbos on the eastern slope of Table Mountain, with a canopy walkway called the Boomslang.
Why now Highs near 60°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
Rotating cable car to the flat summit, with trails and views over the city, Robben Island and the Twelve Apostles.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Kloof Street House
Victorian house turned restaurant with a garden terrace and a menu of steaks, seafood and cocktails.
Robben Island Museum
Ferry to the island prison where Nelson Mandela was held, with tours led by former political prisoners.
Nearby in July
- Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in July~25 mi · highs 61°F, 4.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Knysna & Plettenberg Bay in July~265 mi · highs 67°F, 1.5 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Cape Town in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Cape Town?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 86/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are April & May and October – January. Expect highs of 60°F (16°C) and 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain. Our Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route recommends Oct – Apr, so July is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Cape Town in July?
Average highs are 60°F (16°C) and average lows 56°F (13°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cape Town in July?
Some: about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.3 in (489 mm).
What should I pack for Cape Town in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 56°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Cape Town in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.