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Cairo weather in September

September in Cairo is typically very hot, with average daytime highs around 36°C (96°F) and night-time lows near 21°C (69°F). The month usually brings about 0 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than August and 5°C warmer than October.

What stands out in September

  • Seasonally, September counts as early autumn in Cairo.
  • With the heat, see Egyptian Museum early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
  • Cairo is usually about 2°C warmer than Ismailia, 120 km away, in September.
  • Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 15°C, so pack a layer.

Avg high

36°C

96°F

Avg low

21°C

69°F

Rainfall

0 mm

very dry

Humidity

50%

relative

Sky

13%

cloud · mostly sunny

Cairo weather by month

Low → high °C Rain (mm)
Show the monthly averages as a table
Average monthly climate in Cairo
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainHumidityCloud cover
January19°C / 65°F7°C / 44°F10 mm63%38%
February21°C / 70°F8°C / 46°F7 mm58%40%
March25°C / 77°F10°C / 50°F10 mm52%37%
April29°C / 85°F13°C / 55°F17 mm46%35%
May34°C / 94°F18°C / 64°F0 mm40%32%
June37°C / 99°F20°C / 68°F1 mm40%20%
July39°C / 101°F22°C / 71°F1 mm43%16%
August38°C / 101°F22°C / 72°F0 mm45%19%
September36°C / 96°F21°C / 69°F0 mm50%13%
October31°C / 88°F18°C / 64°F8 mm56%18%
November26°C / 78°F13°C / 56°F32 mm62%31%
December21°C / 69°F9°C / 48°F9 mm65%34%

What to pack for September

  • Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
  • A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
  • A refillable water bottle
  • An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
  • Sunglasses
Full season-by-season packing guide →

Is September a good time to visit Cairo?

Our Cairo guide recommends: October to April, avoiding the extreme heat of the summer months.

Hire a licensed guide for the Pyramids and Egyptian Museum — both are large sites where context adds a lot, and it helps navigate persistent vendors near Giza.

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Other Egypt cities in September

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Cairo in September: quick answers

Is September a good time to visit Cairo?

It can be, if you like heat: September highs in Cairo are around 36°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.

How warm is Cairo in September?

Average highs are about 36°C (96°F) and average lows about 21°C (69°F), based on 10 years of daily data.

Does it rain a lot in Cairo in September?

Cairo typically gets around 0 mm of rain in September — very dry.

When is the best time to visit Cairo?

October to April, avoiding the extreme heat of the summer months.

Figures are long-term averages for the area around Cairo (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.