Egypt Weather Forecast
Egypt weather: 72°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Egypt weather in August
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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).
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.
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.
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 |
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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 72°F (22°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 91% and wind is 2 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 1:46 PM.
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 23, 2026 at 1:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
