🇪🇬 Cairo vs Maasai Mara 🇰🇪

Cairo, Egypt vs Maasai Mara, Kenya — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Cairo is drier, with roughly 112 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇬 Cairo🇰🇪 Maasai Mara
Avg annual high28°C28°C
Hottest monthJune (35°C)October (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (9°C low)July (15°C low)
Rainy days / year5117
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitFebruary, March, DecemberJune, July, August

🇪🇬 Cairo

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

🇰🇪 Maasai Mara

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in October (30°C), coldest lows in July (15°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Cairo or Maasai Mara warmer?

Cairo and Maasai Mara have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Cairo or Maasai Mara?

Maasai Mara is rainier — Cairo sees about 112 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Cairo vs Maasai Mara?

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

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