Verdict: Excellent month
Cairo Weather in January
January hits the sweet spot in Cairo — highs around 20°C (68°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is a non-issue, with only ~1 wet day in an average year. Overall, January is one of the best months of the year to be in Cairo.
Average high
20°C / 68°F
Average low
9°C / 48°F
Rain days
~1
Precipitation
4 mm
What to pack for Cairo in January
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Cairo: Jul (39°C / 102°F) · Coolest: Jan (20°C / 68°F) · Wettest: Feb (~2 rain days)
20°
9°
Jan
21°
9°
Feb
25°
12°
Mar
31°
15°
Apr
35°
19°
May
38°
22°
Jun
39°
23°
Jul
39°
24°
Aug
37°
23°
Sep
32°
19°
Oct
27°
15°
Nov
23°
12°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)