What April feels like in Cairo
Mid-spring arrives in Cairo with April. Expect proper heat in the afternoon — slow down between noon and four. Temperatures fall sharply after dark — a swing of roughly 15°C (27°F) — and nights stay mild. The air is comfortable — neither muggy nor dry.
Rain in Cairo in April
April is a dry month in Cairo; rain almost never falls.
Daylight and sunshine in April
Mid-month, Cairo gets 12 h 52 min of daylight, from sunrise near 5:29 am to sunset near 6:21 pm. Days are getting longer: 56 min more daylight than in mid-March. Measured sunshine covers about 90% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How April compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, April comes out as the 6th coolest month in Cairo. Afternoons run 4.3°C (7.7°F) warmer than in March, with 3 mm less rain. The warm-up continues into May. May averages a high of 33.7°C (92.7°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
Tips for visiting Cairo in April
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Sun Protection
Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses; light breathable clothes.
Quick questions
How warm is Cairo in April?
Afternoons average 29.6°C (85.3°F) and nights about 14.6°C (58.3°F) — hot by most people's standards. It is the 6th coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo in April?
Almost never — April is essentially rainless, with no rainy days in a typical year.
What should I wear in Cairo in April?
Pack versatile layers and sun protection. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is April or May better for visiting Cairo?
On our 12-month climate ranking, April comes out ahead (#6 of 12 vs #8). May is warmer.