Cairo weather and climate in 2024
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Overview
Cairo weather and climate in 2024
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Overview
Day
20 °C
Night
8 °C
Precipitation
5 mm
in month
Rainy days
2 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
62 %
Day
20 °C
Night
8 °C
Precipitation
5 mm
in month
Rainy days
2 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
62 %
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Weather overview
Cairo (Egypt) is a place with a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 20 °C (68 °F) in January to 36 °C (96 °F) in July. Temperatures during the night go from 8 °C (46 °F) in January to 22 °C (72 °F) in August. The driest month is June with just 0 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is January with 2 days of rain.
January weather
The minimum of the day temperature is observable, its value is 20 °C (68 °F) in Cairo, and the night temperature reaches its minimum too in this month. The number of rainy days reaches its maximum, with its value of 2 days. The dry season is taking place. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, its value is 7 hours.
February weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, its value is 22 °C (71 °F) in Cairo, and the night temperature starts to rise as well, its value is 8 °C (47 °F). The dry season is taking place in February. The rainfall amount is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 5 mm (0.21 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value being 7 hours.
March weather
The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value being 1 day in Cairo. The day temperature continues to rise, and the night temperature continues to rise too, with its value of 11 °C (51 °F). The dry season continues. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 8 hours. The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed, with its value being 3.
April weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 29 °C (85 °F) in Cairo, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 14 °C (57 °F). The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 0 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 9 hours. The dry season continues.
May weather
The day temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 33 °C (91 °F) in Cairo, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, the value of this measure is 17 °C (63 °F). The dry season is taking place in May. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 10 hours. The minimum of the humidity is observable, its value is 45 %.
June weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value being 35 °C (96 °F) in Cairo, and the night temperature continues to rise as well, the value of this measure is 20 °C (68 °F). The minimum of the rainfall amount is observable, with its value being 0 mm (0.00 in), and the number of rainy days reaches its minimum too, with its value of 0 days. The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value being 12 hours. The maximum of the day length can be noticed.
July weather
The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value of 36 °C (96 °F) in Cairo, while the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 22 °C (71 °F). The dry season is close to its peak in July. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed in July.
August weather
The dry season is close to its peak in August in Cairo. The maximum of the night temperature is observable, the value of this measure is 22 °C (72 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, its value is 11 hours.
September weather
There is pending dry season in September in Cairo. The day temperature descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 34 °C (93 °F), and the night temperature descent's start could be observed as well, its value is 20 °C (69 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 10 hours.
October weather
The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 31 °C (87 °F) in Cairo, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 17 °C (63 °F). There is pending dry season. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 9 hours.
November weather
The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed in November in Cairo. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 26 °C (78 °F), and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value being 13 °C (56 °F). The ongoing dry season is noticeable. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 8 hours. The wind speed reaches its minimum, with its value of 2.
December weather
The dry season is taking place in December in Cairo. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 9 °C (48 °F), and the descent of the day temperature can be observed too, with its value of 21 °C (71 °F). The humidity is on its maximum in this month. The day length reaches its minimum, its value is 10 hours. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum in this month.
FAQs
How humid is Cairo in March?
In Cairo in March, expect humidity around 54 %.
How many hours of sun to expect in May in Cairo?
In Cairo in May, you can expect around 10 hours of sunshine.
How windy is it in Cairo in June?
An average wind scale that can be expected in June in Cairo is 3.
Is there a dry season in July in Cairo?
Yes, there is a dry season in Cairo in July with just 0 days during the month being rainy.
What is the air temperature in Cairo in August at night?
The average night temperature in August in Cairo is 22 °C (72 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Cairo in September?
There are 0 days, which are rainy in Cairo in September, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.0 days of the week, or in general - 0 % days.
Is it hot in Cairo in October?
In Cairo in October, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
Is November a good month to visit Cairo?
In November in Cairo, there are ideal conditions for a vacation. The temperature during the day will be nice 26 °C (78 °F). There are only 1 day of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. The temperature of 13 °C (56 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
What is the temperature in Cairo during the day in December?
The average daily temperature in Cairo in December is 21 °C (71 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.