What to expect in Cairo in December
December is one of the best times to visit Cairo. Expect 21° / 10°, the biggest crowds of the year and prices close to the yearly average.
Cairo weather in December
Typical conditions in Cairo during December, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 21°C 70°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 10°C 50°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 5/100 |
| Total rainfall | 5 mm0.2 in |
| Rainy days | 3 |
| Daylight | 10 h 14 min |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 21°C with lows near 10°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Cairo — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 21°C by day and about 10°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in December sit around the yearly average for Cairo — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Families tied to school holidays
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in December, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Cairo in December 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 30° / 18° | Moderate | $$ | 65 |
| November | 25° / 14° | Moderate | $$ | 68 |
| December · This month | 21° / 10° | High | $$ | 60 |
| January | 19° / 9° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| February | 21° / 9° | Moderate | $$ | 63 |
These months score higher for Cairo on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in December
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in December.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
