Best Time to Visit Cairo
Cairo is best visited August to June, when the weather is mild, drier and comfortable for sightseeing.
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Average daily high and low temperatures (°C/°F). Bars show the daily range each month.
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| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Best | 19.4°C | 9.4°C | 8.8mm | 9.2h | 2 | 10/10 |
| February Best | 20.2°C | 9.6°C | 8.3mm | 9.0h | 2 | 10/10 |
| March Best | 24.0°C | 12.0°C | 16.4mm | 10.6h | 1 | 10/10 |
| April Best | 29.8°C | 15.4°C | 1.6mm | 11.5h | 0 | 10/10 |
| May Best | 34.0°C | 19.2°C | 0.0mm | 12.2h | 0 | 10/10 |
| June Best | 36.2°C | 21.6°C | 0.1mm | 13.5h | 0 | 8/10 |
| July | 38.3°C | 23.4°C | 0.0mm | 13.6h | 0 | 6/10 |
| August Best | 38.0°C | 24.0°C | 0.1mm | 12.3h | 0 | 8/10 |
| September Best | 36.0°C | 22.9°C | 0.1mm | 11.6h | 0 | 8/10 |
| October Best | 31.2°C | 19.8°C | 2.2mm | 10.5h | 0 | 10/10 |
| November Best | 26.4°C | 15.9°C | 2.9mm | 9.7h | 1 | 10/10 |
| December Best | 22.2°C | 12.1°C | 10.0mm | 9.1h | 2 | 10/10 |
Cairo Climate
Cairo has a arid climate — hot and dry with very little rainfall. Check the annual climate overview for Cairo for the full year picture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best month to visit Cairo?
The best month to visit Cairo is January, when temperatures average 19.4°C and conditions score 10/10 for comfort.
What is the weather like in Cairo in January?
In January, Cairo sees average highs of 19.4°C (66.9°F) and lows of 9.4°C. Conditions are pleasantly mild and very dry, with roughly 9.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is one of the best months of the year to visit.
When is rainy season in Cairo?
Cairo does not have a distinct rainy season — rainfall is spread relatively evenly through the year.
Is Cairo good to visit in winter?
Yes — winter (December, January, February) averages 19.4°C highs with a 10/10 comfort rating, making it a solid time to visit.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.