🇹🇿 Arusha vs Cairo 🇪🇬

Arusha, Tanzania vs Cairo, Egypt — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Cairo is the warmer of the two — about 3 degrees warmer on average across the year. Cairo is drier, with roughly 159 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇹🇿 Arusha🇪🇬 Cairo
Avg annual high25°C28°C
Hottest monthFebruary (28°C)June (35°C)
Coldest monthJuly (14°C low)January (9°C low)
Rainy days / year1645
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustFebruary, March, December

🇹🇿 Arusha

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in February (28°C), coldest lows in July (14°C).

🇪🇬 Cairo

Best around February, March, December. Hottest in June (35°C), coldest lows in January (9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Arusha or Cairo warmer?

Cairo is warmer overall, averaging about 3 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Arusha or Cairo?

Arusha is rainier — Cairo sees about 159 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Arusha vs Cairo?

Arusha is best around June, July, August; Cairo is best around February, March, December.

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