What to expect in Cairo in March
March is a strong choice for Cairo: 24° / 12°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Cairo weather in March
Typical conditions in Cairo during March, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 24°C 75°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 12°C 54°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 3/100 |
| Total rainfall | 6 mm0.2 in |
| Rainy days | 3 |
| Daylight | 11 h 59 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 24°C with lows near 12°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Cairo — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 24°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 12°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in March sit around the yearly average for Cairo — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 17% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in March, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Cairo in March 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19° / 9° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| February | 21° / 9° | Moderate | $$ | 63 |
| March · This month | 24° / 12° | Moderate | $$ | 71 |
| April | 28° / 15° | Moderate | $$ | 69 |
| May | 32° / 18° | Low | $ | 68 |
These months score higher for Cairo on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in March
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in March.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
