Weather in Cairo
What's the weather like in Cairo?
Cairo has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 19°C (66°F) in January to 35°C (95°F) in July, with overnight lows around 9°C (48°F) and 22°C (72°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Cairo are January through April, and November through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇪🇬 Egypt
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Cairo
- Coordinates
- 30.044, 31.236
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 66°F | 9°C / 48°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| February | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 50°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| March | 24°C / 75°F | 12°C / 54°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| April | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 59°F | 1 mm | 0 | 0 |
| May | 32°C / 90°F | 18°C / 64°F | 1 mm | 0 | 0 |
| June | 35°C / 95°F | 21°C / 70°F | 0 mm | 0 | 0 |
| July | 35°C / 95°F | 22°C / 72°F | 0 mm | 0 | 0 |
| August | 35°C / 95°F | 22°C / 72°F | 0 mm | 0 | 0 |
| September | 33°C / 91°F | 21°C / 70°F | 0 mm | 0 | 0 |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 18°C / 64°F | 1 mm | 0 | 0 |
| November | 25°C / 77°F | 14°C / 57°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| December | 21°C / 70°F | 11°C / 52°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
Cairo by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cairo?
The most comfortable months in Cairo are usually February, March, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Cairo?
June is typically the hottest month in Cairo, averaging a high of 35°C (95°F).
What is the coldest month in Cairo?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 9°C (48°F).
Does it snow in Cairo?
Snow is rare in Cairo; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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