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 just 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 7 January and National Police Day on 29 January.
21°C / 10°C · 2 rain days · 9.3 h sun
Expect highs of 21°C and only 1.7 rain days this month. February scores 9.7, making it one of the top months for temples and the Nile, with mild evenings around 10°C and 9.3 hours of sun daily.
25°C / 12°C · 1 rain days · 10.8 h sun
Highs climb to 24.8°C and sun hours rise to 10.8, with rain down to 1.3 days. March keeps a top score of 9.7, giving warm, mostly dry days before the real heat sets in.
30°C / 15°C · 0 rain days · 11.5 h sun
Highs jump to 29.7°C, though rain nearly disappears at 0.4 days. April still scores 8.1, a good month overall, but afternoons are noticeably hotter than earlier in spring. Easter Monday is 13 April and Sinai Liberation Day falls on 25 April.
34°C / 19°C · 0 rain days · 12.4 h sun
Temperatures push past 34°C with virtually no rain. May scores only 4.5, an ok month, as the heat becomes a real factor for midday activity. Labour Day is 7 May, and Eid Al-Adha runs from 27 to 31 May this year.
37°C / 22°C · 0 rain days · 13.6 h sun
June is tough, with highs of 36.7°C, no rain, and 13.6 hours of strong sun. The month scores just 3.5, so daytime heat limits outdoor plans unless you adjust to early mornings and evenings. Islamic New Year falls on 18 June.
38°C / 23°C · 0 rain days · 13.5 h sun
July is the hottest month, with highs averaging 37.9°C, lows near 23.4°C, and zero rain days. It scores 3.5, reflecting intense midday heat that makes sightseeing hard without careful timing. June 30 Revolution Day is marked on 2 July and Revolution Day on 23 July.
38°C / 24°C · 0 rain days · 12.2 h sun
Highs stay near 37.6°C with no rain and 12.2 hours of sun. August scores 3.5, as heat remains the dominant feature of the month, though evenings cool slightly compared to July. Prophet Muhammad's Birthday falls on 26 August.
36°C / 23°C · 0 rain days · 11.7 h sun
Highs ease a little to 35.5°C but still bring strong heat, with no rain recorded. September scores 3.8, still a tough month weather-wise, though slightly more bearable than peak summer.
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 start feeling comfortable again for daytime touring. Armed Forces Day is 6 October.
26°C / 15°C · 1 rain days · 9.7 h sun
Highs fall to 26°C with 0.9 rain days, giving pleasant, mild conditions. November is the top-scoring month at 9.8, ideal for exploring sites and the Nile without extreme heat.
21°C / 11°C · 1 rain days · 9.1 h sun
Highs settle at 21.3°C with 1.4 rain days and 9.1 hours of sun. December scores 9.7, keeping its place among the best months, with cool, clear days suited to outdoor travel.
By trip type
City sightseeing
November, December, February and March work best for city trips in Cairo. Daytime highs stay between 21 and 26°C, with low rain days (0.9 to 1.7) and comfortable sightseeing weather.
Hiking & nature
December through March suit hiking, with Cairo highs of 19 to 25°C and lows as cool as 9°C. This avoids the extreme summer heat, when highs climb past 36°C.
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
August is one of the toughest months, scoring 3.5 out of 10. Cairo highs reach 37.6°C and lows stay near 24°C, with no rain days. The heat is dry and constant, which some sun-seekers like, but it makes sightseeing during the day hard work.
Yes, November scores 9.8 out of 10, the highest of the year. Cairo highs average 26°C and lows 15.4°C, with under 1 rain day expected. Sunshine runs at 9.7 hours a day, giving comfortable temperatures for sightseeing without the summer heat.
Yes, January scores 9.6 out of 10 and is one of the coolest months. Cairo highs average 19.1°C and lows drop to 9°C, so pack layers for mornings and evenings. Rain is light, at 1.8 days and 6 mm for the month.
The data points to November, December, February and March as the top months. These sit between 9.6 and 9.8 out of 10, with Cairo highs ranging from 21°C to 26°C. April is also strong at 8.1, while June through September drop to around 3.5 to 3.8 due to heat near 36°C to 38°C.
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