Current Local Time in Egypt
Current local time and time zone in Egypt, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.
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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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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.
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Coordinates: 30°2′39.8″N 31°14′8.5″E (30.0444, 31.2357)
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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. |
|---|---|
| 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.
