What November feels like in Cairo
In Cairo, November brings late autumn. Afternoons are warm and pleasant, good for long days out. Once the sun goes down the air changes: nights stay mild. The air is comfortable — neither muggy nor dry.
Rain in Cairo in November
Dry weather dominates, and an umbrella can mostly stay packed. Most wet days bring only light rain — about 2.3 mm (0.1 in) on a typical rainy day — the kind of drizzle or short shower that rarely stops plans for long. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 4.4 mm per rainy day.
Daylight and sunshine in November
On 15 November the sun rises at about 6:20 am and sets around 5:00 pm local time, giving 10 h 40 min of daylight. Compared with mid-October, the day has lost 49 min. The sun is out for roughly 92% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How November compares to the rest of the year
November is the 5th coolest month of the year in Cairo. Against October, the average high is 5°C (9°F) lower, with 1 mm more rain. December is cooler again. By December, typical highs are 21.5°C (70.7°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
Tips for visiting Cairo in November
Versatile Layers
Mornings and evenings are cooler than midday, so dress in layers.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Cairo in November?
Expect around 26.1°C (79°F) in the afternoon and 14.7°C (58.5°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo in November?
Hardly — only about 1 rainy days and 2 mm for the whole month.
What should I wear in Cairo in November?
Based on the averages: versatile layers and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is November or December better for visiting Cairo?
On our 12-month climate ranking, November comes out ahead (#2 of 12 vs #5). December is cooler.