Historic Cairo Travel Guide
Historic Cairo travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Historic Cairo is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Cairo. Historic Cairo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for medieval Islamic Cairo.
Right now it is 67°F (19°C) in Historic Cairo with overcast. It feels like 70°F. Today runs from 66°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Historic Cairo is January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December. The climate is hot and arid. June, July and August 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 Nile River, Memphis and its Necropolis - Pyramid Fields, Pyramids of Giza and Mount Sinai.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 81°F is 8.8°F below the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Historic 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.
Map of Historic Cairo
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 30°2′39.8″N 31°14′8.5″E (30.0444, 31.2357)
Weather in Historic Cairo right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:50 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 81° / 62°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 4 mph
⛅ 85° / 61°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 5 mph
Quick facts about Historic Cairo
| Type | UNESCO World Heritage Site |
|---|---|
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 30°2′39.8″N 31°14′8.5″E (30.0444, 31.2357) |
| UNESCO inscription | 1979 |
| Known for | medieval Islamic Cairo |
| Local time | 2:50 AM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Things to do in Historic Cairo
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Historic Cairo.
Best time to visit Historic Cairo
Go in January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Historic Cairo
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo International Airport | CAI | 11 mi | Cairo |
| Ben Gurion Airport | TLV | 255 mi | Tel Aviv |
Explore Historic Cairo
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Historic Cairo?
Historic Cairo is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Cairo. Its coordinates are 30.0444, 31.2357. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Historic Cairo right now?
It is currently 67°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 90% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Historic Cairo?
January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Historic Cairo, which has a hot and arid climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Historic Cairo in?
Historic Cairo observes Africa/Cairo (UTC+03:00). The local time is 2:50 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Historic 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 Historic Cairo?
Popular options include Nile River, Memphis and its Necropolis - Pyramid Fields, Pyramids of Giza and Mount Sinai.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - 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 October 27, 2026 at 2:50 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
