Climate of Egypt — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Egypt. Part of Northern Africa, Africa.
Located in Northern Africa, Africa, Egypt has a seasonal climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 14°C / 57.2°F in January to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in July, with annual rainfall totalling around 23 mm / 0.9 in — driest in June (0 mm / 0 in), wettest in January (5 mm / 0.2 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C57.2°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 15°C59°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 17.5°C63.5°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 21.5°C70.7°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 25°C77°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| June | 27.5°C81.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 28.5°C83.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 28.5°C83.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 27°C80.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 24°C75.2°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 19°C66.2°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15.5°C59.9°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Egypt?
The best months to visit Egypt for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is July (28.5°C / 83.3°F average), and the driest is June (~0 mm / 0 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Egypt?
Egypt has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 14°C / 57.2°F in January to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 23 mm / 0.9 in, with the wettest month being January (5 mm / 0.2 in) and the driest June (0 mm / 0 in). Regional variation within Egypt can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Egypt?
The hottest month in Egypt is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 28.5°C / 83.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Egypt?
The coldest month in Egypt is January, with a country-wide average temperature of 14°C / 57.2°F.
When does it rain most in Egypt?
The wettest month in Egypt is January, averaging about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rain. The driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.