Current Weather and Forecast in Alexandria, Egypt
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About the weather in Alexandria
Alexandria has a hot desert climate. August is the warmest month, with average highs of 88°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 51°. January brings the most rain, on about 9 days, while June is the sunniest, with 13.8 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 35 days.
Alexandria climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
What is the hottest month in Alexandria?
August, averaging 88°F (31°C) by day and 75°F (24°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 109°F (43°C).
When does it rain most in Alexandria?
January, at 1.7 inches (44 mm) over about 9 days. July is the driest month, at less than 1 mm.
When should I visit Alexandria?
February to May and October to November is the sweet spot for Alexandria - temperatures sit either side of the peak heat rather than in it. Expect 74°F (24°C) in the afternoon and around 3 days of rain in a typical month of it. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in February.
How humid does Alexandria get?
Relative humidity averages 69% across the year, which reads as fairly humid. Paired with August heat, muggy afternoons are routine.
When is Alexandria at its coldest?
January, with highs of 63°F (17°C) and lows near 51°F (11°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 37°F (3°C).
Does it rain a lot in Alexandria?
6.6 inches (168 mm) a year across 35 wet days - less than 97% of the cities we cover.
Is there snow in Alexandria?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Alexandria shows no regular measurable snowfall.