October · Autumn · Arid — dry and sunny, with big day-to-night temperature swings.
What to pack for Cairo in October
Desert climate: mild, sunny winters and hot, dry summers. Rain is almost unknown.
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Climate at a glance · October
- Avg high
- 30°C · 85°F
- Avg low
- 20°C · 68°F
- Rain days
- 0
- Daylight
- 11h 30m
Pack for Cairo in October
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Local quirks & hazards
- Intense sun and heat at the pyramids — little shade.
- Dust and traffic fumes.
- Cool winter nights in the desert.
Dress & culture in Cairo
- Modest dress is expected; cover shoulders and knees.
- Women should carry a scarf for mosques.
Leave at home
- Shorts and tank tops for the city.
Cairo month by month
Average high / low and rainy days. Helpful for planning a trip outside this month.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 19°C · 66°F | 10°C · 50°F | 1 |
| Feb | 21°C · 69°F | 11°C · 52°F | 1 |
| Mar | 24°C · 75°F | 14°C · 56°F | 1 |
| Apr | 28°C · 82°F | 16°C · 61°F | 0 |
| May | 32°C · 90°F | 20°C · 67°F | 0 |
| Jun | 35°C · 94°F | 22°C · 72°F | 0 |
| Jul | 35°C · 95°F | 24°C · 75°F | 0 |
| Aug | 35°C · 95°F | 24°C · 76°F | 0 |
| Sep | 34°C · 92°F | 23°C · 73°F | 0 |
| Oct | 30°C · 85°F | 20°C · 68°F | 0 |
| Nov | 25°C · 77°F | 16°C · 60°F | 1 |
| Dec | 21°C · 69°F | 12°C · 54°F | 1 |