Egypt Cairo Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Cairo is very-high
October is very-high for Cairo.
BEST MONTH — Abu Simbel Sun Festival Oct 22 + ideal mild. Hotels triple Abu Simbel.
Travel score
Cairo October Weather Stats
Avg High
29°C
Avg Low
17°C
Rainy Days
1
5mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
55%
moderate
UV Index
7
High
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
42 μg/m³
PM10
62 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
29°C
Nighttime
17°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Abu Simbel Sun Festival Oct 22
- Ideal mild 17-29°C
- Iconic Egypt heritage
Cons
- Abu Simbel hotels surge
October Events & Festivals
- Abu Simbel Sun Festival Oct 22
Cairo in October — Full Picture
BEST MONTH — Abu Simbel Sun Festival Oct 22 + ideal mild. Hotels triple Abu Simbel.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild autumn.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
28°C
14.7°C
1/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
35.7°C
22°C
0/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current29°C
17°C
1/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
20°C
9.7°C
1.7/mo
Cairo Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 19° | 9° | 2d·5mm | 7h | 60% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 21° | 10° | 1d·5mm | 8h | 55% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 24° | 12° | 2d·5mm | 8h | 50% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 28° | 14° | 1d·5mm | 9h | 45% | 8 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 32° | 18° | 0d·0mm | 11h | 40% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 35° | 21° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 40% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 36° | 22° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 45% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 36° | 23° | 0d·0mm | 11h | 50% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 33° | 20° | 0d·0mm | 11h | 50% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 29° | 17° | 1d·5mm | 9h | 55% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 25° | 14° | 2d·5mm | 8h | 60% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 20° | 10° | 2d·5mm | 7h | 60% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Cairo?
Cairo in October is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Cairo in October?
Cairo October averages a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C.
Does it rain much in Cairo in October?
Cairo October averages 5mm of rainfall over about 1 rainy days.
What should I wear in Cairo in October?
Mild autumn.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Cairo in October?
Cairo October sunrise is 05:45 and sunset is 17:35, with 11h 50min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Cairo in October?
Cairo October air quality (AQI) averages 95, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 42μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Cairo in October?
In October, Cairo is great for Abu Simbel Sun Festival, Pyramids, Egyptian Museum/GEM.
Is October peak season in Cairo?
Cairo October crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.