🇪🇬 Cairo vs Sousse 🇹🇳

Cairo, Egypt vs Sousse, Tunisia — 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 102 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇬 Cairo🇹🇳 Sousse
Avg annual high28°C25°C
Hottest monthJune (35°C)July (35°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (9°C low)January (8°C low)
Rainy days / year5107
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitFebruary, March, DecemberApril, November, December

🇪🇬 Cairo

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

🇹🇳 Sousse

Best around April, November, December. Hottest in July (35°C), coldest lows in January (8°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Cairo or Sousse warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Cairo or Sousse?

Sousse is rainier — Cairo sees about 102 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Cairo vs Sousse?

Cairo is best around February, March, December; Sousse is best around April, November, December.

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