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Best time to visit Cairo
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
Best time to visit Cairo, Egypt
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
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| January | 10-20°C, sunny and dry. | moderate | moderate |
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| February | 12-22°C, sunny and dry. | moderate | moderate |
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| March | 15-25°C, sunny and dry. | moderate | moderate |
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| April | 18-28°C, sunny and dry. | moderate | moderate |
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| May | 20-32°C, sunny and dry. | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Temperatures begin to rise significantly. | |
| June | 23-35°C, very sunny and dry. | high | high |
⚠ Heat becomes intense, especially mid-day. High tourist season. | |
| July | 25-37°C, very sunny and dry. | high | high |
⚠ Extreme heat wave conditions are common. Avoid if sensitive to heat. | |
| August | 26-38°C, very sunny and dry. | high | high |
⚠ Peak of the summer heat. Many locals leave the city for cooler coastal areas. | |
| September | 22-34°C, sunny and dry. | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Still quite hot, especially early in the month. | |
| October | 18-30°C, sunny and dry. | moderate | moderate |
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| November | 14-26°C, sunny and dry. | moderate | moderate |
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| December | 11-21°C, sunny and dry. | moderate | moderate |
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Annual events worth timing your trip around
An ancient Egyptian spring festival, celebrated with picnics and outdoor gatherings.
The Islamic holy month of fasting. Many restaurants have reduced hours during the day, but the evenings come alive with vibrant street food and social gatherings.
Marks the end of Ramadan. Celebrated with feasts, family visits, and public festivities.
Celebrated by Egypt's Coptic Christian minority, with religious services and community gatherings.
The 'Night of Power', a significant night during Ramadan, often marked by increased religious devotion.
Celebrated by the Coptic Orthodox Church, following Lent with religious services and family gatherings.
Insider timing tips
- •The intense summer heat from June to August makes midday exploration challenging; focus on early mornings and late evenings, and consider indoor activities during peak heat.
- •Ramadan's observance means many cafes and restaurants close during daylight hours, especially in more local neighborhoods. Plan meals accordingly and expect lively evenings.
- •While Cairo itself doesn't experience monsoons, the Mediterranean coast can have rain in winter. Cairo remains very dry year-round.
- •The period immediately after major Islamic holidays like Eid al-Fitr can see a surge in domestic tourism and slightly higher prices.
- •Shoulder seasons (spring and autumn) offer the best balance of comfortable weather and manageable crowds, avoiding both the extreme heat and the peak holiday periods.
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