What March feels like in Cairo
In Cairo, March brings early spring. Afternoons are warm and pleasant, good for long days out. The day–night swing is wide (about 13.6°C (24.5°F)): nights are cool, so mornings and evenings feel very different from midday. The air is comfortable — neither muggy nor dry.
Rain in Cairo in March
Rain is rare in March — most weeks pass without a wet day. Wet days average about 4.4 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. The yearly figure is similar, around 4.4 mm per wet day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in March
On 15 March the sun rises at about 6:06 am and sets around 6:03 pm local time, giving 11 h 56 min of daylight. Since mid-February the day has gained 50 min. Measured sunshine covers about 92% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How March compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, March comes out as the 4th coolest month in Cairo. Compared with February, afternoons are 4°C (7.2°F) warmer, with about the same rain. The warm-up continues into April. The next month's average high: 29.6°C (85.3°F).
Who March suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — pleasant for gardens, parks and riversides.
Tips for visiting Cairo in March
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Cairo in March?
Expect around 25.3°C (77.5°F) in the afternoon and 11.7°C (53.1°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo in March?
Hardly — only about 1 rainy days and 4 mm for the whole month.
What should I wear in Cairo in March?
Based on the averages: versatile layers and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is March or April better for visiting Cairo?
On our 12-month climate ranking, March comes out ahead (#1 of 12 vs #6). April is warmer and has fewer rainy days.