Weather by month for Cairo, the best months to go and how Egypt's regions differ, scored from 10 years of climate data.
Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
The highest month scores: comfortable temperatures, little rain and plenty of sun.
Highs 21°C to 26°C · 1–2 rain days
Jan, Apr, Oct
Still good weather, just not quite the top months.
Highs 19°C to 31°C · 0–2 rain days
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The weakest weather of the year: too hot, too cold or too wet.
Highs 36°C to 38°C · 0 rain days
Weather by month
Average highs and lows, rain days, sunshine and our month score out of 10.
| Month | High / low | Rain days | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 9°C | 2 days (6 mm) | 9.3 h/day | 9.6/10 |
| Best month: February | 21°C / 10°C | 2 days (7 mm) | 9.3 h/day | 9.7/10 |
| Best month: March | 25°C / 12°C | 1 day (9 mm) | 10.8 h/day | 9.7/10 |
| April | 30°C / 15°C | 0 days (2 mm) | 11.5 h/day | 8.1/10 |
| May | 34°C / 19°C | 0 days (0 mm) | 12.4 h/day | 4.5/10 |
| June | 37°C / 22°C | 0 days (0 mm) | 13.6 h/day | 3.5/10 |
| July | 38°C / 23°C | 0 days (0 mm) | 13.5 h/day | 3.5/10 |
| August | 38°C / 24°C | 0 days (0 mm) | 12.2 h/day | 3.5/10 |
| September | 36°C / 23°C | 0 days (0 mm) | 11.7 h/day | 3.8/10 |
| October | 31°C / 20°C | 1 day (3 mm) | 10.7 h/day | 7.4/10 |
| Best month: November | 26°C / 15°C | 1 day (3 mm) | 9.7 h/day | 9.8/10 |
| Best month: December | 21°C / 11°C | 1 day (6 mm) | 9.1 h/day | 9.7/10 |
Figures for Cairo; the country's best months are weighted across its cities. Best months are highlighted. How we score months
Month by month
19°C / 9°C · 2 rain days · 9.3 h sun
Cairo is mild, with highs around 19°C and lows near 9°C. Rain is rare at about 1.8 rain days, and you get roughly 9.3 hours of sun a day. With a score of 9.6, January is among the best months to visit. Pack a warm layer for cool mornings and evenings.
21°C / 10°C · 2 rain days · 9.3 h sun
Highs reach about 21°C and lows sit near 10°C, with only 1.7 rain days on average. Days are sunny and pleasant for walking around sites. February scores 9.7, which makes it one of the best times to go. Evenings can still feel cool, so bring a jacket.
25°C / 12°C · 1 rain days · 10.8 h sun
Temperatures climb to highs of about 25°C, with lows near 12°C. Rain is rare, at around 1.3 rain days, and sunshine rises to nearly 11 hours a day. March scores 9.7 and is a top month for sightseeing before the heat builds.
30°C / 15°C · 0 rain days · 11.5 h sun
Highs reach about 30°C and rain almost disappears, with only 0.4 rain days. It is still a good month, scoring 8.1, but middays are getting hot. Plan outdoor visits for the early morning or late afternoon.
34°C / 19°C · 0 rain days · 12.4 h sun
Heat builds fast, with highs around 34°C and lows near 19°C. There is almost no rain, at 0.2 rain days. May scores 4.5, so it is only an OK choice. Sightseeing in the midday sun is tiring, so go only if your dates are fixed.
37°C / 22°C · 0 rain days · 13.6 h sun
June is a bad time to go. Highs average about 37°C, lows stay near 22°C, and there are 0 rain days. With a score of 3.5, the heat makes long days at outdoor sites hard work. Choose a cooler month if you can.
38°C / 23°C · 0 rain days · 13.5 h sun
Avoid July if you can. It is the hottest month, with highs near 38°C and nights that stay around 23°C. There are 0 rain days and about 13.5 hours of sun a day. It scores just 3.5, because the heat makes sightseeing exhausting.
38°C / 24°C · 0 rain days · 12.2 h sun
August is another month to avoid. Highs stay near 38°C and lows are the warmest of the year at about 24°C, so nights bring little relief. There are 0 rain days. With a score of 3.5, the heat is the main reason to pick another time.
36°C / 23°C · 0 rain days · 11.7 h sun
It is still too hot for comfortable sightseeing, with highs around 36°C and lows near 23°C. There are 0 rain days. September scores 3.8, so the verdict is to avoid it. Wait a few weeks if your plans allow.
31°C / 20°C · 1 rain days · 10.7 h sun
The heat eases, with highs of about 31°C and lows near 20°C. Rain is rare at 0.6 rain days. October scores 7.4, a good month to go. Middays are still warm, so start outdoor visits early.
26°C / 15°C · 1 rain days · 9.7 h sun
November is the highest-scoring month, at 9.8. Highs are a comfortable 26°C, lows are around 15°C, and there is under 1 rain day on average. Sunshine is still close to 10 hours a day. It is an excellent time for sightseeing.
21°C / 11°C · 1 rain days · 9.1 h sun
Days are mild, with highs around 21°C and lows near 11°C. Expect about 1.4 rain days and roughly 9 hours of sun a day. December scores 9.7 and is among the best months to visit. Bring warm clothes for the cool evenings.
By trip type
City sightseeing
November, December, February and March suit city trips best. Cairo highs sit between 21°C and 26°C, with fewer than 2 rain days a month. Avoid June to August for sightseeing on foot, when highs reach 37.9°C.
Hiking & nature
December to March is best for hiking. Cairo highs are 19–25°C in these months, which makes long days on foot more comfortable. Nights are cool, with lows of 9–12°C, so pack a warm layer.
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FAQ
November is the best month, with the highest score of the year at 9.8. In Cairo, days average about 26°C and nights about 15°C. Rain is rare, with 0.9 rain days in the month, and there are 9.7 hours of sun a day. February, March and December score almost as well, at 9.7 each.
No. August is a month to avoid unless you cope very well with heat. Cairo highs average 37.6°C, and nights stay warm at 24°C. There is no rain at all. June, July and September are similar. These four summer months score only 3.5 to 3.8, the lowest of the year.
January is mild rather than cold, and it is one of the best months to go, with a score of 9.6. Cairo days average 19°C, but nights drop to about 9°C, so bring a warm layer for the evenings. Expect about 2 rain days (6 mm in total) and 9.3 hours of sun a day.
May is possible but hot, and it scores only 4.5. Cairo highs average 34°C, lows are 19°C, and there is almost no rain. If you want warm weather without the worst of the heat, choose April instead (highs about 30°C, score 8.1) or October (highs 31°C, score 7.4).
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