When to go · Egypt

Best Time to Visit Egypt

Aim for November, March and January across most of Egypt. Climate varies by region, so check your city below for the exact best months.

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November, March, January

Comfortable and drier

Shoulder

February, December, April

Fewer crowds, a trade-off

Think twice

August, July

Hottest is August (38°C)

It depends where you go

climate varies by region

The best month isn't the same across Egypt. Here's when each city we track is at its best.

Egypt month by month

Normals for Cairo, Egypt's main hub. Each month links to its full weather page.

MonthHighLowRainVerdict
January20°10°go now
February20°9°ok
March24°12°go now
April30°15°ok
May34°19°ok
June36°22°ok
July38°23°think twice
August38°24°think twice
September36°23°ok
October31°19°ok
November27°16°go now
December22°12°ok

5-year Open-Meteo ERA5 normals. Updated monthly.

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