Cairo in May
8.1out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Hot: daytime highs around 32°C. Very dry: about 0 rainy days.
32°CAvg high
18°CAvg low
0Rainy days (0 mm)
13:31 hDaylight
05:06Sunrise · 18:37 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 32°C
- Very dry: about 0 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (0.3 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C | 9°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.5 |
| February | 21°C | 9°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.8 |
| March | 24°C | 12°C | 4 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.0 |
| April | 28°C | 14°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| May | 32°C | 18°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.1 |
| June | 35°C | 21°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 36°C | 22°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.2 |
| August | 36°C | 23°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.3 |
| September | 34°C | 21°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.7 |
| October | 30°C | 19°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.7 |
| November | 25°C | 14°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.0 |
| December | 21°C | 10°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Cairo in May?
Daytime highs average 32°C and nights about 18°C.
When is the best time to visit Cairo?
The best months are April, March, November, December.