Giza Weather in January: What to Expect
In January, Giza averages highs of 19.1°C and lows of 8.6°C, with about 1 rainy days (~6 mm). Verdict: Good — comfortable — manageable 19.1°C days. That makes it the 8th hottest of Egypt's 9 main cities this month.
Giza 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 Giza 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 Giza in January
With highs near 19.1°C and lows around 8.6°C, pack layers — a light jacket for mornings and evenings.
What to do in Giza 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
Giza in January — FAQs
What is the weather like in Giza in January?
In January, Giza averages daytime highs of 19.1°C and overnight lows around 8.6°C, with roughly 1 rainy days and about 6 mm of rain across the month. Good — comfortable — manageable 19.1°C days.
Is January a good time to visit Giza?
Good — comfortable. January is comfortable enough for full-day sightseeing in Giza. Among Egypt's cities, Giza is the 8th hottest this month.
What should I pack for Giza in January?
For January (8.6–19.1°C), pack layers — a light jacket for mornings and evenings.
What is there to do in Giza in January?
Giza's main sights include Great Pyramid of Giza, Egyptian pyramids, The Great Sphinx, Saqqara. 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.
Giza weather by month: