Best Time to Visit Zagazig, Al Sharqia, Egypt
Zagazig is at its sunniest and driest in March–November.
The best time to visit Zagazig for sunny, dry weather is March–November — 9 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 11.7°C / 53.1°F in January to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 8 mm / 0.3 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Zagazig, Al Sharqia, Egypt's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Zagazig's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 15.4°C59.7°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 19.1°C66.4°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 23.1°C73.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 25.8°C78.4°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| July | 26.8°C80.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 26.6°C79.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 24.7°C76.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 22.6°C72.7°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 18.6°C65.5°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Zagazig?
The best time to visit Zagazig for sunny, dry weather is March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 26.8°C / 80.2°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Zagazig's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Zagazig?
The rainy season at Zagazig, Al Sharqia runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 3 mm / 0.1 in. The wettest single month is January (8 mm / 0.3 in).
What is the driest month in Zagazig?
The driest month in Zagazig is June, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 25.8°C / 78.4°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Zagazig?
The least comfortable months for travel to Zagazig — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 8 mm / 0.3 in in January, and the coldest month averages 11.7°C / 53.1°F.
Is Zagazig climate different from Egypt overall?
Yes, usually. Our Zagazig figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Egypt figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Zagazig specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.