Cairo weather
World cities · Egypt · 30.04°N 31.24°E
Cairo, in Egypt, has its warmest weather in July, when daytime temperatures average 39.4°C, while January nights are the coldest at around 9.2°C. The city sees roughly 38mm of rain a year; March is normally the wettest month and May the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 20.1° | 9.2° | 4mm | 1 |
| Feb | 21.1° | 9.4° | 9mm | 2 |
| Mar | 24.9° | 11.8° | 13mm | 2 |
| Apr | 30.8° | 15.4° | 1mm | 0 |
| May | 34.7° | 19° | 0mm | 0 |
| Jun | 37.8° | 21.8° | 0mm | 0 |
| Jul | 39.4° | 23.5° | 0mm | 0 |
| Aug | 39° | 23.9° | 0mm | 0 |
| Sep | 36.8° | 22.8° | 0mm | 0 |
| Oct | 31.9° | 19.4° | 2mm | 0 |
| Nov | 26.8° | 15.4° | 3mm | 1 |
| Dec | 22.6° | 11.6° | 6mm | 2 |
Seasons in Cairo
Spring (March–May). Daytime highs in Cairo climb from 24.9°C in March to 34.7°C by May, while nights ease from 11.8°C to 19°C. The season brings around 14mm of rain in total.
Summer (June–August). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 38.7°C, peaking in July at 39.4°C. June is usually the driest of the summer months (0mm over ~0 rainy days). Around the June solstice, Cairo gets roughly 13.9 hours of daylight.
Autumn (September–November). Daytime temperatures fall from 36.8°C in September to 26.8°C by November, with around 5mm of rain across the season.
Winter (December–February). Nights average 10.1°C, with January the coldest month (average low 9.2°C, daytime high 20.1°C). Expect about 5 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 10.1 hours of daylight in mid-December.
How Cairo compares
| Cairo | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 38mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 8 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 38.7°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | 10.1°C | 3.4°C |
Cairo is about 96% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
Cairo weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in Cairo?
July is typically the warmest month in Cairo, with average daytime highs of 39.4°C. Summer afternoons (June–August) average around 38.7°C.
What is the wettest month in Cairo?
March is usually the wettest month, with around 13mm of rain over roughly 2 rainy days. May is typically the driest (0mm).
How much does it rain in Cairo per year?
Cairo receives roughly 38mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 8 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in Cairo?
Winter nights (December–February) in Cairo average around 10.1°C, with January typically the coldest month (average low 9.2°C).
When is the best time to visit Cairo for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in Cairo. June is typically the driest of the warm months (0mm of rain), while July is the warmest, averaging 39.4°C by day — and near the June solstice there are around 14 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does Cairo's weather compare with the UK?
Cairo receives 38mm of rain a year, about 96% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 38.7°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average 10.1°C versus 3.4°C.