July weather forecast
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

July

Weather in July

In line with winter trends, July maintains low temperatures in Port Elizabeth from 13.3°C (55.9°F) to 19.7°C (67.5°F). However, it is a uniquely calm month with the highest atmospheric pressure at 1021.9mb, leading to uncommon weather stability for this season. It features increased rainfall, equalling the month's highest recorded value of June. The sea temperature hits its annual minimum, though daylight levels start a slow ascend, acting as a prelude to the upcoming spring season.

Temperature

The coldest month in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, is July, with an average high-temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, is 63%.

Rainfall

In Port Elizabeth, during July, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. In Port Elizabeth, South Africa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 314mm (12.36") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Port Elizabeth, the average seawater temperature in July is 19.1°C (66.4°F).
Note: When the surface water temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F), most do not enjoy swimming. Breathing control becomes more complex as temperatures drop below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In Port Elizabeth, the average length of the day in July is 10h and 10min.
On the first day of July in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:38 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July in Port Elizabeth is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In July, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Port Elizabeth?
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 19.7°C (67.5°F) and a low of 13.3°C (55.9°F), July stands out as the coldest month.
What is the average July temperature in Port Elizabeth?
Port Elizabeth in July has an average high-temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).
What is the average humidity in July in Port Elizabeth?
The average relative humidity in July in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, is 63%.
How many days does it rain in July in Port Elizabeth?
In Port Elizabeth, South Africa, during July, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.
What is the sea temperature in July in Port Elizabeth?
In July, the average sea temperature in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, is 19.1°C (66.4°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 19.1°C (66.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
How many hours of daylight does Port Elizabeth have in July?
In July, the average day length is 10h and 10min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in July in Port Elizabeth?
In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:20. On the last day of the month, in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:38 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Port Elizabeth have in July?
In Port Elizabeth, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in July is 6.7h.
When is the lowest UV index in Port Elizabeth?
The months with the lowest UV index in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, are March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index reading in July in Port Elizabeth?
In Port Elizabeth, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average temperature in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in July: 19.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in July: 13.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (13.3°C).

Average pressure in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average pressure in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average pressure in July: 1021.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average wind speed in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in July: 19km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (20.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.4km/h).

Average humidity in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average humidity in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average humidity in July: 63%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

Average rainfall in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average rainfall in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in July: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (21mm).

Average rainfall days in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average rainfall days in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in July: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.8 days).

Average sea temperature in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average sea temperature in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in July: 19.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (18.5°C).

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average daylight in July: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average sunshine days in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in July: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average UV index in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average UV index in July: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average cloud cover in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in July: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in July - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Average visibility in July
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average visibility in July: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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