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Cairo & Giza in July
Cairo & Giza's warmest month brings highs averaging 103°F (39°C), lows of 72°F (22°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 103°F (39°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 42%
- Cloud cover
- 17%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What July feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 103°F (39°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 17°C (31°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 17%.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Comfort holds steady from June (60 → 60/100).
- Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 103°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 72°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cairo & Giza in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Al-Muizz Street
Pedestrian street lined with Fatimid and Mamluk mosques, madrasas and minarets.
Why now July scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Grand Egyptian Museum
Huge museum by the pyramids showing Tutankhamun's full tomb collection and a colossal Ramesses II.
Why now A break from 103°F afternoons.
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.
Zooba
Modern Egyptian street food: taameya, hawawshi and fiteer with fresh juices.
Why now Highs near 103°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Abou Tarek
Downtown koshary specialist serving Egypt's lentil, rice and pasta dish since 1950.
Nearby in July
- Petra & Wadi Musa in July~252 mi · highs 93°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in July~253 mi · highs 99°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in July~283 mi · highs 102°F, 0.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amman in July~307 mi · highs 93°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 July: quick answers
Is July 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 103°F (39°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Cairo & Giza in July?
Average highs are 103°F (39°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo & Giza in July?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 2.4 in (60 mm).
What should I pack for Cairo & Giza in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 103°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 72°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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