July is the middle of winter in False Bay, with colder weather and more frequent rain. Swimming and sunbathing are not recommended, but surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing enthusiasts can take advantage of the strong winds and cooler water temperatures. Snorkeling and diving are still possible, but the water may be colder. Also consider one of our other suggestions for July.
July is the coldest and wettest month in Cape Town, making the beaches at False Bay very quiet and mostly empty. With no major public holidays or events during this month, you can expect the beaches to be virtually deserted, with only a few locals and tourists visiting on rare sunny days.
The average maximum temperature in False Bay in July is 18°. The average maximum temperature is 18° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average temperature in False Bay in July is 13°. The average temperature ranges is 13° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in False Bay in July is 8°. The minimum temperature is 9° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in False Bay in July are 10.1 and there are 5.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during July making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in False Bay in July is typically 3.3 during July. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in False Bay in July is 15.3° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
The average total rainfall in False Bay in July is 16.9cm and on average there are 11.3 rainy days in July making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in False Bay in July is 11° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 12° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in False Bay in July is typically 94.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 94.5% in the previous month and 94.6% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in False Bay in July is typically 77.3%. The average relative humidity is 78.1% in the previous month and 76.9% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in False Bay in July is typically 25kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 26kmh in the previous month and 29kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in False Bay in July is typically 13kmh. The average wind speed is 14kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in False Bay in July is from the North.
