Early spring · Weather & things to do
Cairo & Giza in March
Cairo & Giza warms up: highs climb to 78°F (26°C), from 70°F in February, with lows of 50°F (10°C) and about 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain.
At 98/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 50°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 0.3 in (7 mm)
- Humidity
- 51%
- Cloud cover
- 37%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 47 min
- Comfort score
- 98/100 · Great
What March feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (28°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is scarce: about 0.3 in (7 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around March
March is one of Cairo & Giza's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from February (96 → 98/100).
- March sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 50°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cairo & Giza in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Pyramids of Giza
The Great Pyramid of Khufu, its two neighbors and the Sphinx on the plateau's edge.
Al-Muizz Street
Pedestrian street lined with Fatimid and Mamluk mosques, madrasas and minarets.
Why now March scores 98/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Zooba
Modern Egyptian street food: taameya, hawawshi and fiteer with fresh juices.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 0.3 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.
Khan el-Khalili
Medieval bazaar of lanterns, spices, brass and textiles in Islamic Cairo.
Nearby in March
- Petra & Wadi Musa in March~252 mi · highs 67°F, 0.7 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in March~253 mi · highs 72°F, 0.2 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in March~283 mi · highs 76°F, 0.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Amman in March~307 mi · highs 65°F, 1.3 in rain · 7°C (13°F) cooler by day, wetter
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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Cairo & Giza?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 98/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain. March is inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
How hot is Cairo & Giza in March?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 50°F (10°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo & Giza in March?
Not much: about 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 2.4 in (60 mm).
What should I pack for Cairo & Giza in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 50°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Cairo & Giza
Routes in season in March
- Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile Oct – Apr
Planning Cairo & Giza in March?
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