What August feels like in Cairo
Late summer arrives in Cairo with August. The heat peaks hard in the afternoon, when being outside for long is draining. Temperatures fall sharply after dark — a swing of roughly 14.6°C (26.3°F) — and nights stay warm. Humidity is moderate, so the air feels neither sticky nor dry.
Rain in Cairo in August
Rain is rare in August — most weeks pass without a wet day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
On 15 August the sun rises at about 6:22 am and sets around 7:38 pm local time, giving 13 h 16 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 39 min less daylight than mid-July. About 92% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How August compares to the rest of the year
In Cairo's temperature order, August sits as the 2nd warmest month. It is about as warm as July, with about the same rain. The cooling trend carries on into September. The next month's average high: 35.3°C (95.5°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — midday heat makes long walks hard.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — a cool break during the hottest hours.
Tips for visiting Cairo in August
Sun Protection
Loose, breathable clothing plus sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Cairo in August?
Afternoons average 37.5°C (99.5°F) and nights about 22.9°C (73.2°F) — very hot by most people's standards. It is the 2nd warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo in August?
Almost never — August is essentially rainless, with no rainy days in a typical year.
What should I wear in Cairo in August?
Pack sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is August or September better for visiting Cairo?
September scores better on our climate ranking (#9 of 12 vs #12), rated Good against Fair. September is cooler.