What to expect in Cairo in October
October is a strong choice for Cairo: 30° / 18°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Cairo weather in October
Typical conditions in Cairo during October, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 30°C 86°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 18°C 64°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 2/100 |
| Total rainfall | < 1 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 |
| Daylight | 11 h 27 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 30°C with lows near 18°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
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 30°C make midday heat the main constraint. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in October 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 25% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Abu Simbel Sun Festival while you’re there.
- Abu Simbel Sun Festival — Sunlight aligns to illuminate the inner sanctuary's statues at dawn.
Cairo in October 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August | 36° / 22° | Low | $ | 70 |
| September | 33° / 20° | Low | $ | 69 |
| October · This month | 30° / 18° | Moderate | $$ | 65 |
| November | 25° / 14° | Moderate | $$ | 68 |
| December | 21° / 10° | High | $$ | 60 |
These months score higher for Cairo on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in October
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in October.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
