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Cairo & Giza in August
Little changes in Cairo & Giza from July: highs stay near 102°F (39°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 102°F (39°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 45%
- Cloud cover
- 22%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 102°F (39°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 72°F (22°C), about 16°C (30°F) below the afternoon high.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 22%.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Comfort holds steady from July (60 → 60/100).
- Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes102°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 72°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Cairo & Giza in August
Afternoons run hot (102°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Pyramids of Giza
The Great Pyramid of Khufu, its two neighbors and the Sphinx on the plateau's edge.
Cairo Citadel
Saladin's fortress, home to the Muhammad Ali Mosque and city-wide views.
Khan el-Khalili
Medieval bazaar of lanterns, spices, brass and textiles in Islamic Cairo.
Why now A break from 102°F afternoons.
Zooba
Modern Egyptian street food: taameya, hawawshi and fiteer with fresh juices.
Why now August scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
El Fishawy Café
Mirror-lined café in Khan el-Khalili serving mint tea and Turkish coffee since 1797.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in August
- Petra & Wadi Musa in August~252 mi · highs 93°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in August~253 mi · highs 99°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in August~283 mi · highs 102°F, 0.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amman in August~307 mi · highs 92°F, 0.0 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Cairo & Giza in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Cairo & Giza?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 60/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 102°F (39°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Cairo & Giza in August?
Average highs are 102°F (39°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo & Giza in August?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 2.4 in (60 mm).
What should I pack for Cairo & Giza in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (102°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 72°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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