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Cairo & Giza in June
Cairo & Giza warms up: highs climb to 100°F (38°C), from 94°F in May, with lows of 69°F (21°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 100°F (38°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (21°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 40%
- Cloud cover
- 18%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 55 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What June feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 100°F (38°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 69°F (21°C), about 18°C (32°F) below the afternoon high.
Low humidity, around 40%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
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 18%.
Plan around June
June is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Longest days of the year, about 13 h 55 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 70/100 in May to 60/100.
- Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clothes100°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 69°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Cairo & Giza in June
Afternoons run hot (100°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Saqqara
Necropolis with Djoser's Step Pyramid, Egypt's oldest, and painted tombs.
Cairo Citadel
Saladin's fortress, home to the Muhammad Ali Mosque and city-wide views.
Abou Tarek
Downtown koshary specialist serving Egypt's lentil, rice and pasta dish since 1950.
Why now A break from 100°F afternoons.
Zooba
Modern Egyptian street food: taameya, hawawshi and fiteer with fresh juices.
Why now June scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Khan el-Khalili
Medieval bazaar of lanterns, spices, brass and textiles in Islamic Cairo.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in June
- Petra & Wadi Musa in June~252 mi · highs 91°F, 0.0 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in June~253 mi · highs 96°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in June~283 mi · highs 100°F, 0.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amman in June~307 mi · highs 89°F, 0.0 in rain · 6°C (11°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 June: quick answers
Is June 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 100°F (38°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Cairo & Giza in June?
Average highs are 100°F (38°C) and average lows 69°F (21°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo & Giza in June?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 2.4 in (60 mm).
What should I pack for Cairo & Giza in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (100°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 69°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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