Cairo in June

In June, Cairo averages 35°C (95°F) during the day and 21°C (70°F) at night, with only about 0 rainy days.

Shoulder

Conditions are very hot — early-morning and evening sightseeing recommended. Skies are generally dry and clear.

June in Cairo is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

35°C
Avg high
21°C
Avg low
0
Rain days
0 mm
Rainfall

How June compares to the rest of the year in Cairo

1st
warmest month of the 12
8th
wettest month of the 12
0%
of yearly rainfall falls in June
14 h 4 min
daylight on the 15th

June is one of the warmest months in Cairo (1st of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (8th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 7°C above the annual average (28°C). June runs 3°C warmer than May (32°C) and stays flat into July.

June sunrise & sunset in Cairo

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
5:53 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
7:57 PM
Day length
14 h 4 min

Times shown for Cairo local time (Africa/Cairo), calculated for the 15th of June. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Cairo — June

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of June, in Cairo's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
4:53 AM – 5:33 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:33 AM – 6:33 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
7:17 PM – 8:17 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
8:17 PM – 8:57 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Fair
Core only briefly above the horizon — a marginal month even from dark sites near Cairo.

📅 When to book — Cairo in June

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on June's tier (Shoulder) and Cairo's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — June in Cairo

Shoulder

Cairo is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Sun & mosquito risk — June in Cairo

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
12.9
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●○
High
Peak mosquito activity. DEET 30%+, long sleeves at dawn/dusk, sleep under nets if rural. Check current dengue/malaria advisories for the destination.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

📊 Right now vs typical — Cairo in June

Actual avg (last 30 days)
36.9°C
98°F
Typical June avg high
35°C
95°F · 30-yr baseline
Anomaly
▲ +1.9°C
warmer

The past 30 days in Cairo have been running 1.9°C warmer than the typical June average.

Comparison window 2026-05-20 → 2026-06-19 (19 days of observed data). Single-month windows are noisy — strong signals here flag a real anomaly; small ones (<1°C) are within typical year-to-year variation.

Cairo in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow 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

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Cairo in June?

In June, Cairo averages a high of 35°C (95°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F) — generally hot.

Does it rain a lot in Cairo in June?

June is generally dry in Cairo, with about 0 rainy days on average.

Is June a good time to visit Cairo?

June is hot and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with hot weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Cairo in June?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen. See the full June packing list for Cairo for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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