🇪🇬 Cairo vs Hwange 🇿🇼

Cairo, Egypt vs Hwange, Zimbabwe — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Cairo is drier, with roughly 82 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇬 Cairo🇿🇼 Hwange
Avg annual high28°C28°C
Hottest monthJune (35°C)October (34°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (9°C low)July (10°C low)
Rainy days / year587
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Best months to visitFebruary, March, DecemberMay, June, July

🇪🇬 Cairo

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

🇿🇼 Hwange

Best around May, June, July. Hottest in October (34°C), coldest lows in July (10°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Cairo or Hwange warmer?

Cairo and Hwange have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Cairo or Hwange?

Hwange is rainier — Cairo sees about 82 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Cairo vs Hwange?

Cairo is best around February, March, December; Hwange is best around May, June, July.

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