Cairo weather in August
“Reliably warm, dry, and generous with light.”
Roughly 0 rainy days across the month, on average.
August in Cairo is intensely hot and dry. Expect average highs of 38.1°C (100.6°F) and lows of 23.8°C (74.8°F). There's virtually no rain—0.0 mm across the entire month—and you'll enjoy 12.2 hours of sunshine daily. The heat is relentless, especially between noon and 4 PM when temperatures can exceed 40°C (104°F).
This is low season for tourism, meaning fewer crowds at major sites like the Pyramids and Egyptian Museum. However, the intense summer heat dominates the atmosphere. Local Egyptians often slow down during these months, with many businesses closing midday. The Nile remains a refuge, and evening strolls become the social norm as temperatures drop slightly after sunset.
For 2026, August isn't ideal for most travelers unless you're heat-tolerant and flexible with schedules. Early mornings and late evenings are best for sightseeing. Budget extra for air conditioning, hydration, and indoor attractions. Consider visiting in October or November instead for more comfortable conditions.
Zamalek and Maadi are expat bubbles; real Cairo food is at Abou Tarek koshari, Zooba modern Egyptian, or the ful stalls at Fishawi Alley in Khan el-Khalili at 6am. The Cairo metro women-only carriage is at the front; sit there if solo. Never accept a papyrus scroll from a Giza tout, and camel prices are always 10 percent of the opening ask. Uber works better than any white taxi haggle.
What to pack for Cairo in August
- •Breathable cotton or linen, and a broad-brimmed hat
- •Layers, because the day changes
- •Reef-safe sunscreen and polarised sunglasses
- •Comfortable, broken-in walking shoes
- •A small daypack that won't look like a tourist beacon
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Things worth doing
Early morning visits to the Pyramids of Giza, evening felucca sailboat rides on the Nile, air-conditioned Egyptian Museum tours, sunset at the Citadel of Saladin.
August vs. the rest of the year
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Best time to visit Cairo
While August has its own character in Cairo, the data-backed best months to visit Cairo are February, March, April, November. These months combine the most favourable temperatures, rainfall, and sunshine across an 11-year climate record (2015–2025).
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Cairo in August — FAQ
Q01Is August a good month for Cairo?
Is August a good month for Cairo?
It is a challenging month — you may want to consider another time of year. In August, Cairo averages a high of 38°C (101°F) and a low of 24°C (75°F), with 0mm of rainfall across roughly 0 rainy days. Late October when Khamaseen dust winds end, Nile felucca sails fill again, and Giza plateau temperatures let you actually enter the Great Pyramid without collapsing.
Q02How warm does Cairo get in August?
How warm does Cairo get in August?
The average high temperature in Cairo during August is 38°C (101°F), with an average low of 24°C (75°F). These figures are averaged from 11 complete years of daily records (2015–2025, Open-Meteo Archive). Cairenes reverse to nocturnal in June; iftar-style late dinners at Sequoia in Zamalek fill at midnight, and the metro is the only cool refuge.
Q03Does it rain a lot in Cairo in August?
Does it rain a lot in Cairo in August?
Cairo averages approximately 0 rainy days in August, with a total monthly rainfall of about 0mm. This is based on daily precipitation records where days with 1mm or more of rain are counted as rainy days.
Q04What clothes should I bring to Cairo in August?
What clothes should I bring to Cairo in August?
For Cairo in August, pack light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen), sunscreen and sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes. These recommendations are based on 11 complete years of weather averages for this specific month. A cotton scarf for the pyramid interiors and mosques; bat guano dust inside the Bent Pyramid coats your lungs otherwise.
Q05Are there many tourists in Cairo in August?
Are there many tourists in Cairo in August?
Tourist crowds in Cairo during August are typically high — this is peak season, expect crowds and higher prices. Consider this when planning accommodation — prices track crowd levels closely. Zamalek and Maadi are expat bubbles; real Cairo food is at Abou Tarek koshari, Zooba modern Egyptian, or the ful stalls at Fishawi Alley in Khan el-Khalili at 6am. The Cairo metro women-only carriage is at the front; sit there if solo. Never accept a papyrus scroll from a Giza tout, and camel prices are always 10 percent of the opening ask. Uber works better than any white taxi haggle.