What to expect in Cairo in August
August is usually the wrong time for Cairo: 36° / 22°. Consider February · January instead.
Cairo weather in August
Typical conditions in Cairo during August, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 36°C 97°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 22°C 72°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 0/100 |
| Total rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rainy days | 0 |
| Daylight | 13 h 14 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 36°C with lows near 22°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Low for Cairo — plenty of space at the main sights.
Prices & value
This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 36°C make midday heat the main constraint. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Cairo. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 50% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in August, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Cairo in August compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 35° / 21° | Low | $ | 68 |
| July | 36° / 22° | Low | $ | 70 |
| August · This month | 36° / 22° | Low | $ | 70 |
| September | 33° / 20° | Low | $ | 69 |
| October | 30° / 18° | Moderate | $$ | 65 |
These months score higher for Cairo on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in August
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in August.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
