Best Time to Visit Egypt
Best time to visit Egypt: January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Egypt
Go in January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: July, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Egypt month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71° | 51° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 72° | 52° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 78° | 55° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 87° | 62° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 93° | 67° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 101° | 73° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 103° | 76° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 103° | 76° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 98° | 73° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 89° | 67° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 82° | 61° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 73° | 54° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Egypt compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Egypt.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wadi Musa | 252 mi | 67°F | 41°F cooler | 8 in |
| Petra | 252 mi | 67°F | 41°F cooler | 8 in |
| Petra | 252 mi | 67°F | 41°F cooler | 8 in |
| Tel Aviv | 253 mi | 71°F | 37°F cooler | 18 in |
| Ben Gurion Airport | 255 mi | 70°F | 37°F cooler | 17 in |
Best time to visit each city in Egypt
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each attraction in Egypt
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each mountain in Egypt
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each river in Egypt
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Egypt is a country in Africa. Egypt is a country in Africa with its capital at Cairo. It has a population of about 112 million. The capital is Cairo.
Right now it is 79°F (26°C) in Egypt with partly cloudy. It feels like 84°F. Today runs from 72°F to 94°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Egypt is January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December. The climate is hot and arid. July, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 103°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 51°F.
The closest major airport is Cairo International Airport (CAI), about 11 mi away. Nearby highlights include Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Historic Cairo and Memphis and its Necropolis - Pyramid Fields.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 94°F is 9°F below the 103°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Egypt today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Egypt right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:20 AM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌥️ 94° / 72°
Fog · 0% rain · wind 6 mph
⛅ 95° / 73°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
Things to do in Egypt
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Egypt.
Quick facts about Egypt
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 30°2′39.8″N 31°14′8.5″E (30.0444, 31.2357) |
| Capital | Cairo |
| Population | 112.000.000 |
| Area | 387.048 sq mi |
| ISO code | EG |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | EGY |
| Currency | Egyptian pound (EGP) |
| Languages | Arabic |
| Calling code | +20 |
| Time zone | Africa/Cairo |
| Local time | 10:20 AM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Egypt?
Egypt is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 30.0444, 31.2357. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Egypt right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 66% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Egypt?
January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Egypt, which has a hot and arid climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Egypt in?
Egypt observes Africa/Cairo (UTC+03:00). The local time is 10:20 AM.
How many people live in Egypt?
Egypt has a population of approximately 112 million.
What is the nearest airport to Egypt?
The closest airports are Cairo International Airport (CAI), 11 mi away and Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), 255 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Egypt?
Popular options include Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Historic Cairo, Memphis and its Necropolis - Pyramid Fields, Mount Sinai and Nile River.
What places are in Egypt?
Egypt covers 4 places in this atlas, including Cairo, Valley of the Kings, Mount Sinai and Nile River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 10:20 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
