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When is the best time to visit Cairo?

Find the best time to travel to Cairo, Egypt, with month-by-month weather, temperatures and precipitation. Also compare the local tourist crowds and the activities to do on-site. Also find the best time to go to Cairo as cheaply as possible thanks to the month-by-month price index.

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Best time to go

Best time to go to Cairo

Our tips and advice for choosing the best time to travel to Cairo.

Tony Samson
By Tony Samson
Updated on 16/04/2026
Climate

Climate of Cairo, Egypt

Temperatures, rain, sunshine and humidity allow you to quickly read the climate month by month in Cairo.

Climate charts in Cairo

Temperatures

Average curve and range between monthly minima and maxima.
Average Min / max

Precipitation

Average monthly rainfall observed each month.
Average rainfall Days with significant precipitation (>5 mm) Days with precipitation

Average daily sunshine

Average sunshine hours per day by month.
Sunshine hours

Relative humidity

Average humidity observed over the months.
Average humidity

What is the climate type in Cairo?

Cairo has a arid climate, which is a type of dry climate. More precisely, according to the Köppen-Geiger classification, it is a hot desert climate (BWh).

About the climate and seasons in Cairo

Activities

What to do in Cairo and the best time to go depending on your interests?

Identify the best times for each travel desire in Cairo and the activities you wish to do there.

What to do in Cairo?

Cairo, the vibrant capital of Egypt, immerses you in an intoxicating blend of history and modernity. Strolling through the alleys of the famed Khan el-Khalili bazaar, you'll be captivated by the colors and scents of the spices. Don’t miss the majestic Pyramids of Giza, witnesses of a bygone era that will leave you speechless. The Egyptian Museum, with its priceless treasures, will reveal the mysteries of the pharaohs. Finally, a sunset cruise on the Nile will offer you breathtaking views of the city. Cairo is an unmissable adventure!

Visitor numbers

Crowd levels and tourist seasons

Compare the busiest periods and the quieter months to plan your trip to Cairo according to the atmosphere you seek.

Peak crowds
Quieter period
Crowds at a glance

How do visitor numbers change in Cairo?

Visitor numbers in Cairo vary significantly depending on the time of year. The choice of month can therefore really change the atmosphere of the trip: livelier in high season, more relaxed and quieter in low season.

The high season is concentrated mainly in April, July, August, September, October and December, with more visitors, a livelier atmosphere and often increased demand for accommodations.

To travel with fewer crowds, the months of January, February, March, May, June and November are generally the most interesting in terms of crowds.

Updated on 15/09/2026

Visitor index month by month

An index from 0 to 100 to visualize how visitor numbers vary over the year.
Average score
52/100
Seasonal budget

Travel prices: best time to go cheaper?

Compare the cheapest months and more expensive periods to schedule your trip to Cairo at the best time for your budget.

Best prices
Moderate prices
More expensive month
Price peaks
Prices at a glance

When are prices most attractive in Cairo?

Prices vary significantly depending on the month in Cairo. The choice of timing can therefore make a real difference to the budget, especially if the trip combines flight, accommodation and rental car.

To aim for the lowest prices, the months of May, June, September, October and November generally stand out as the most attractive.

Conversely, the months of February and December are often more expensive: it's better to book earlier or compare more options.

Updated on 12/09/2026

Price index month by month

An index from 0 to 100 to visualize price variations throughout the year. It is calculated from the average prices of accommodations, car rentals and flights.
Average score
46/100
The information and chart above are an average of prices observed in Cairo for accommodations (2- to 4-star hotels), car rentals (all categories combined), and flights (average from different departure airports). Actual fares may vary by cities, regions, exact dates, availability, and time of booking.
Prices monitored continuously

The best offers right now to Cairo

Each map is a real return flight offered from London, with its dates, airline and price. Choose one to find it on Skyscanner, or start your own search just below.

The cheapest

London Cairo

From 10 Nov to 23 Nov 2026

£172 per person
13 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Cairo

From 4 Nov to 21 Nov 2026

£184 per person
17 days on site With stopover(s) Pegasus Airlines
The cheapest

London Cairo

From 2 Dec to 22 Dec 2026

£186 per person
20 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Cairo

From 5 Dec to 20 Dec 2026

£191 per person
15 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Cairo

From 1 Dec to 6 Dec 2026

£193 per person
5 days on site With stopover(s) EasyJet
The cheapest

London Cairo

From 7 Nov to 11 Nov 2026

£193 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) wizz air malta
The cheapest

London Cairo

From 3 Dec to 24 Dec 2026

£199 per person
21 days on site With stopover(s) EasyJet
The cheapest

London Cairo

From 5 Nov to 18 Nov 2026

£199 per person
13 days on site With stopover(s) fly armenia
The cheapest

London Cairo

From 1 Nov to 22 Nov 2026

£203 per person
21 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Cairo

From 6 Nov to 24 Nov 2026

£207 per person
18 days on site With stopover(s) Pegasus Airlines
The cheapest

London Cairo

From 4 Dec to 20 Dec 2026

£215 per person
16 days on site With stopover(s) EasyJet
The cheapest

London Cairo

From 21 Feb to 26 Feb 2027

£223 per person
5 days on site With stopover(s) fly armenia
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Round-trip prices per person, recently collected from Skyscanner. Each offer has its own collection date and fares change constantly: the price displayed on Skyscanner is authoritative.

Nearby

Destinations near Cairo

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Frequently asked questions

Best time to go to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we most often ask ourselves before booking.

The climate is favorable year-round in Cairo: all twelve months show good conditions. If you must decide, these months stand out as the best choices: April, May, October and November.

No month is really to be avoided in Cairo: conditions remain fair to favorable throughout the year. The choice should be made based on prices, crowd levels or your preferred activities on site.

There is no real rainy season in Cairo: precipitation remains fairly consistent from month to month. The wettest month is November (about 6 mm) and the driest is July (about 0 mm).

The hottest month in Cairo is August, with an average of 39°C during the day and 29°C at night. The coolest is January, with 20°C during the day and 12°C at night.

The sun is at its most generous in June, with about 14.2 hours of sunshine per day. The darkest month is February, with 8.2 hours per day.

Visitor levels are significantly higher during these months: April, July, August, September, October and December. For a quieter trip, aim for January, February, March, May, June and November. Over the year, the average visitor index is 52/100.

The best rates in Cairo are found in these months: May, June, September, October and November, for flights, accommodation and car hire combined. Conversely, the most expensive periods are February and December.

We detail the month-by-month weather of 12 nearby destinations, including Gizeh, Banha and Shibin El Kom. Compare them to build a coherent itinerary: conditions can vary from one city to another, even over short distances.

Prepare your trip to Cairo

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