2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Cairo in December

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

December is an excellent time to visit Cairo. Cairo has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 23°C, lows of 12°C, and approximately 0 rainy days per month.

Avg High

23°C

Avg Low

12°C

Rainy days

0days

Daylight

10.2h

Is December a good time to visit Cairo?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:44 AM

Sunset

4:58 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 19°C 9°C 2 Excellent (best)
February 21°C 10°C 2 Excellent (best)
March 25°C 12°C 4 Excellent (best)
April 29°C 15°C 0 Good
May 35°C 19°C 0 Good
June 37°C 21°C 0 Good
July 39°C 23°C 0 Good
August 39°C 24°C 0 Good
September 38°C 24°C 0 Good
October 33°C 21°C 0 Excellent (best)
November 25°C 15°C 2 Excellent (best)
December 23°C 12°C 0 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Cairo? +

December is typically Excellent for visiting Cairo, with average highs of 23°C and around 0 rainy days.

What should I pack for Cairo in December? +

With highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Cairo in December? +

Cairo typically sees around 0 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Cairo in December? +

In December, Cairo gets approximately 10.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Cairo? +

Yes, December is peak season in Cairo. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Cairo? +

The best months to visit Cairo are October, November, December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

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

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Africa/Cairo)

Last Updated: January 2026

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