Cairo Weather in January: What to Expect
In January, Cairo averages highs of 19.5°C and lows of 8.7°C, with about 1 rainy days (~4 mm). Verdict: Good — comfortable — manageable 19.5°C days. That makes it the 7th hottest of Egypt's 9 main cities this month.
Cairo vs other Egypt cities in January
Egypt is not one climate. In January, Aswan runs to 22.4°C while Alexandria sits at 17.4°C — a 5°C spread. Here is where Cairo falls:
| City | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aswan | 22.4°C | 8.8°C | 0 |
| Marsa Alam | 22.2°C | 14.9°C | 0 |
| Sharm El Sheikh | 22.1°C | 12.7°C | 1 |
| Luxor | 21.9°C | 8.8°C | 0 |
| Dahab | 21.2°C | 14.1°C | 1 |
| Hurghada | 20.6°C | 13.4°C | 0 |
| Cairo | 19.5°C | 8.7°C | 1 |
| Giza | 19.1°C | 8.6°C | 1 |
| Alexandria | 17.4°C | 10.9°C | 9 |
What to pack for Cairo in January
With highs near 19.5°C and lows around 8.7°C, pack layers — a light jacket for mornings and evenings.
What to do in Cairo in January
January's weather suits sightseeing through the day. Top sights:
Public holidays in Egypt, January
- 2026-01-07 — Christmas Day (Orthodox)
- 2026-01-25 — Revolution Day 2011 / National Police Day
- 2027-01-07 — Christmas Day (Orthodox)
- 2027-01-25 — Revolution Day 2011 / National Police Day
Cairo in January — FAQs
What is the weather like in Cairo in January?
In January, Cairo averages daytime highs of 19.5°C and overnight lows around 8.7°C, with roughly 1 rainy days and about 4 mm of rain across the month. Good — comfortable — manageable 19.5°C days.
Is January a good time to visit Cairo?
Good — comfortable. January is comfortable enough for full-day sightseeing in Cairo. Among Egypt's cities, Cairo is the 7th hottest this month.
What should I pack for Cairo in January?
For January (8.7–19.5°C), pack layers — a light jacket for mornings and evenings.
What is there to do in Cairo in January?
Cairo's main sights include Heliopolis, Mosque of Ibn Tulun, Bubastis, Al-Azhar Mosque. The weather suits visiting these comfortably through the day.
Are there public holidays in Egypt in January?
Yes — Christmas Day (Orthodox) (2026-01-07), Revolution Day 2011 / National Police Day (2026-01-25), Christmas Day (Orthodox) (2027-01-07), Revolution Day 2011 / National Police Day (2027-01-25). Sites can be busier or closed around these dates.
Cairo weather by month: