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 highs reach 19.1°C with lows near 9°C, and rain is rare at 1.8 days. This is one of the best months to visit, scoring 9.6, thanks to cool, comfortable days for sightseeing. Orthodox Christmas falls on January 7, and Revolution Day/National Police Day lands on January 29.
21°C / 10°C · 2 rain days · 9.3 h sun
Highs climb slightly to 21°C with 1.7 rain days, keeping conditions mild and dry. February scores 9.7, among the top months of the year, with plenty of sun at 9.3 hours a day. No major holidays fall this month, leaving the calendar quiet for travel.
25°C / 12°C · 1 rain days · 10.8 h sun
Highs reach 24.8°C and rain drops to 1.3 days, with sun hours rising to 10.8. March scores 9.7, another top-rated month, as spring warmth arrives without summer heat. It's a solid window before temperatures start climbing sharply in April.
30°C / 15°C · 0 rain days · 11.5 h sun
Highs jump to 29.7°C while rain nearly disappears at 0.4 days. April still scores 8.1, a good month overall, though the heat is noticeably stronger than earlier in spring. Easter Monday falls on April 13 and Sinai Liberation Day on April 25.
34°C / 19°C · 0 rain days · 12.4 h sun
Highs hit 34°C with almost no rain, and the heat starts to bite. May scores only 4.5, an ok rating, as the desert sun becomes intense for midday sightseeing. Labour Day is May 1, and Eid Al-Adha spans May 27 to 31, a major holiday period with crowds and closures.
37°C / 22°C · 0 rain days · 13.6 h sun
Highs reach 36.7°C with zero rain days, making this a genuinely hot, dry month. June scores 3.5, rated avoid, because daytime heat is tough for walking tours or long outdoor visits. Islamic New Year falls on June 18.
38°C / 23°C · 0 rain days · 13.5 h sun
July is the hottest month, with highs of 37.9°C and no rain at all. It scores 3.5, rated avoid, since the heat is intense enough to limit outdoor activity to early morning or evening. June 30 Revolution is marked on July 2, and Revolution Day falls on July 23.
38°C / 24°C · 0 rain days · 12.2 h sun
Highs stay near 37.6°C with no rain, keeping conditions as harsh as July. August scores 3.5, rated avoid, for the same reason: sustained extreme heat makes daytime sightseeing difficult. Prophet Muhammad's Birthday falls on August 26.
36°C / 23°C · 0 rain days · 11.7 h sun
Highs ease only slightly to 35.5°C, still with zero rain days. September scores 3.8, rated avoid, since the heat lingers well past summer's official end. There are no major holidays this month, but the climate alone makes it a tough time to tour sites in full sun.
31°C / 20°C · 1 rain days · 10.7 h sun
Highs drop to 31°C and rain returns lightly at 0.6 days. October scores 7.4, a good month, as temperatures become more manageable for sightseeing again. Armed Forces Day is marked on October 6.
26°C / 15°C · 1 rain days · 9.7 h sun
Highs fall to 26°C with just 0.9 rain days, bringing comfortable conditions back. November is the top-scoring month at 9.8, ideal for outdoor exploring without summer's heat. No major holidays are listed this month.
21°C / 11°C · 1 rain days · 9.1 h sun
Highs settle at 21.3°C with 1.4 rain days, cool and pleasant by Egyptian standards. December scores 9.7, among the best months, closing the year with easy sightseeing weather. No major holidays fall in this month based on the data provided.
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.
Events calendar
Public holidays: Christmas Day (Orthodox) (7 Jan), Revolution Day 2011 / National Police Day (29 Jan)
Public holidays: Easter Monday (13 Apr), Sinai Liberation Day (25 Apr)
Public holidays: Labour Day (7 May), Eid Al-Adha (27 May), Eid Al-Adha (28 May), Eid Al-Adha (29 May), Eid Al-Adha (30 May), Eid Al-Adha (31 May)
Public holidays: Islamic New Year (18 Jun)
Public holidays: June 30 Revolution (2 Jul), Revolution Day (23 Jul)
Public holidays: Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (26 Aug)
Public holidays: Armed Forces Day (6 Oct)
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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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