Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Cairo, Egypt in January
🌡️ Avg high
21°C
🌙 Avg low
10°C
🌧️ Rainfall
~2 mm
📊 Warmth rank
#12 of 12
January in Cairo at a glance
January in Cairo is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 21°C and nights near 10°C. It is usually the coldest month of the year in Cairo.
January is essentially dry in Cairo - rainfall is negligible on average.
What to pack for Cairo in January
T-shirts and light layers
A light jacket or sweater for the evenings
An extra warm layer - nights get chilly
Cairo - year at a glance
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Is January a good time to visit Cairo?
🧳 January is one of the most comfortable months to visit Cairo - daytime temperatures sit in a pleasant range and it's a good pick for sightseeing and time outdoors.
In January, Cairo averages a daytime high of about 21°C and a night-time low of around 10°C, based on recent historical data. That makes it the coldest month of the year there.
Does it rain in Cairo in January?
January is essentially dry in Cairo - rainfall is negligible on average.
Is January a good time to visit Cairo?
January is one of the most comfortable months to visit Cairo - daytime temperatures sit in a pleasant range and it's a good pick for sightseeing and time outdoors.