2026 Climate Averages

Cairo: Weather Guide & Climate

Complete month-by-month weather guide: Cairo. Best time to visit: October, November, December, January, February, March. Plan your trip with detailed climate data.

☀️ Climate Overview

Cairo has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 30°C, lows of 18°C, and approximately 0 rainy days per month.

The best time to visit Cairo is during October, November, December, January, February, March, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is moderate

Drier season: Apr–Nov Wetter season: Jan–Dec

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Air Quality

Best Time

J F M A M J J A S O N D
Conditions Excellent

Hottest

37°C July
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 0 days

Coldest

10°C January
Avg High 21°C
Rain 1 day

Driest Month

0 rainy days April
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 16°C

Windiest Month

20 km/h

May (gusts 39)

Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 14 days ahead

Weather by Season

Spring

Mar–May

High 29°C
Low 16°C
Rain 0 days
Crowds
Moderate
Travel Costs Shoulder Rates

Summer

Jun–Aug

High 37°C
Low 24°C
Rain 0 days
Crowds
Quiet
Travel Costs Value Rates

Autumn

Sep–Nov

High 31°C
Low 20°C
Rain 0 days
Crowds
Busy
Travel Costs Shoulder Rates

Winter

Dec–Feb

High 22°C
Low 11°C
Rain 1 day
Crowds
Very Busy
Travel Costs Peak Rates

Month-by-Month Weather Table

January

Best
Excellent
21° / 10°
1d (2mm)
9.2h
59% Moderate
UV 5.3 High

February

Best
Excellent
21° / 10°
1d (6mm)
9.6h
59% Moderate
UV 6.4 High

March

Best
Excellent
25° / 13°
1d (13mm)
10.7h
52% Moderate
UV 8.3 Very High

April

Good
30° / 16°
0d (0mm)
11.7h
46% Comfortable
UV 10.2 Extreme

May

Good
33° / 20°
0d (0mm)
12.3h
43% Comfortable
UV 11.2 Extreme

June

Good
36° / 22°
0d (0mm)
12.9h
48% Comfortable
UV 11.6 Extreme

July

Good
37° / 24°
0d (0mm)
12.6h
52% Moderate
UV 11.4 Extreme

August

Good
37° / 25°
0d (0mm)
12h
54% Moderate
UV 10.5 Extreme

September

Good
35° / 24°
0d (0mm)
11.4h
54% Moderate
UV 9 Very High

October

Best
Excellent
31° / 20°
0d (1mm)
10.4h
57% Moderate
UV 7.3 Very High

November

Best
Excellent
27° / 16°
0d (1mm)
9.4h
59% Moderate
UV 5.6 High

December

Best
Excellent
23° / 12°
1d (2mm)
8.9h
60% Moderate
UV 4.9 Moderate

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of climate does Cairo have?
Cairo has a warm climate with average yearly temperatures of 30°C and 18°C.
When is the best time to visit Cairo?
The best time to visit Cairo is during October, November, December, January, February, March, when temperatures average around 21°C and conditions are ideal for sightseeing.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Cairo?
The hottest month in Cairo is July with average highs of 37°C, while the coldest is January with average lows of 10°C.
When is the rainy season in Cairo?
Cairo sees the most rain in January (1 rainy days), while April is the driest month (0 rainy days).
Does it get cold at night in Cairo?
Night temperatures vary throughout the year. The coldest nights are in January (10°C), while July has the warmest evenings (24°C). Pack layers for cooler months.
When is it too hot to visit Cairo?
Cairo can get very hot during June, July, August, September, with temperatures reaching up to 37°C. Plan outdoor activities for early morning or evening, and stay hydrated.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Last Updated: February 2026

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