Current Weather and Forecast in Cairo, Egypt
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About the weather in Cairo
Cairo has a hot desert climate. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 100°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 49°. March brings the most rain, on about 1 days, while June is the sunniest, with 13.6 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 8 days.
Cairo climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
Which month is wettest in Cairo?
March, at 9 mm (0.3 in) over about 1 days. August is the driest month, at less than 1 mm.
How many rainy days does Cairo get in a year?
About 8 days bring measurable precipitation, totalling 1.4 inches (36 mm). That works out at roughly 4.5 mm on an average wet day.
Is there snow in Cairo?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Cairo shows no regular measurable snowfall.
What is the best month to go to Cairo?
Aim for November to March if you get the choice: temperatures sit either side of the peak heat rather than in it, and highs average 72°F (22°C) against roughly 1 wet days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in November.
What is the coldest month in Cairo?
January, with highs of 66°F (19°C) and lows near 49°F (9°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 38°F (3°C).
What is the hottest month in Cairo?
July, averaging 100°F (38°C) by day and 74°F (23°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 114°F (45°C).