Geography of Cairo
Geography of Cairo: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Cairo
Nile River is 0 mi to the north, Mount Sinai is 195 mi to the south-east, Petra is 252 mi to the east and Wadi Musa is 252 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 30°2′39.8″N 31°14′8.5″E (30.0444, 31.2357)
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Summary
Cairo is a city in Egypt. Cairo is known for Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum. It has a population of about 10 million.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Cairo with mainly clear. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 72°F to 94°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Cairo 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, Historic Cairo, Memphis and its Necropolis - Pyramid Fields and Nile River.
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. photography is the strongest bet in Cairo today at 9.8/10. 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.
Climate in Cairo 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).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cairo?
Cairo is a city in Egypt. Its coordinates are 30.0444, 31.2357. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Cairo right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 61% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cairo?
January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Cairo, which has a hot and arid climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cairo in?
Cairo observes Africa/Cairo (UTC+03:00). The local time is 1:22 PM.
How many people live in Cairo?
Cairo has a population of approximately 10 million.
What is the nearest airport to Cairo?
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 Cairo?
Popular options include Pyramids of Giza, Historic Cairo, Memphis and its Necropolis - Pyramid Fields, Nile River and Mount Sinai.
What places are in Cairo?
Cairo covers 4 places in this atlas, including Cairo International Airport, Pyramids of Giza, Historic Cairo and Memphis and its Necropolis - Pyramid Fields.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 1:22 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
