What July feels like in Cairo
In Cairo, July brings mid-summer. Midday heat is intense, and most people keep to shade or air-conditioning in the afternoon. The day–night swing is wide (about 15.2°C (27.4°F)): nights stay warm, so mornings and evenings feel very different from midday. The air is comfortable — neither muggy nor dry.
Rain in Cairo in July
Rain is rare in July — most weeks pass without a wet day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
In mid-July, sunrise is at about 6:03 am and sunset at about 7:58 pm (local time) — 13 h 55 min of daylight. Day length barely changes from mid-June (9 min shorter). About 97% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How July compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, July comes out as the warmest month in Cairo. Compared with June, afternoons are 0.9°C (1.6°F) warmer, with about the same rain. August continues the upward trend. The next month's average high: 37.5°C (99.5°F).
Who July 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 July
Sun Protection
Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses; light breathable clothes.
Quick questions
How warm is Cairo in July?
Afternoons average 37.6°C (99.7°F) and nights about 22.4°C (72.3°F) — very hot by most people's standards. It is the warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo in July?
Almost never — July is essentially rainless, with no rainy days in a typical year.
What should I wear in Cairo in July?
The numbers point to sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is July or August better for visiting Cairo?
On our 12-month climate ranking, July comes out ahead (#11 of 12 vs #12).