Cairo in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Cairo (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 20.6°C and lows of 10.4°C, with around 27.1mm of rain across the season (6 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Cairo covers December, January, February.
Winter in Cairo month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 22.2°C | 12.1°C | 10.0mm | 2 | 10/10 |
| January | 19.4°C | 9.4°C | 8.8mm | 2 | 10/10 |
| February | 20.2°C | 9.6°C | 8.3mm | 2 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Cairo in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A warm layer for cool evenings
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Cairo?
Winter in Cairo rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 20.6°C with 27.1mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Cairo in winter?
Daytime highs average 20.6°C (69.1°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 10.4°C.
What months are winter in Cairo?
Cairo is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Cairo · Cairo annual climate · Cairo in spring · Cairo in summer · Cairo in autumn
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Winter in Cairo — what to pack
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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.