Late spring · Weather & things to do
Cairo & Giza in May
Cairo & Giza sees its driest month, with just less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain, highs of 94°F (35°C) and lows of 64°F (18°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 70/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 94°F (35°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 40%
- Cloud cover
- 29%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 70/100 · Good
What May feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 94°F (35°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 17°C (31°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
The air is dry, at about 40% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 29%.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are November – April.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 5°C (8°F) from April.
- Comfort slips from 85/100 in April to 70/100.
- Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 94°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 64°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cairo & Giza in May
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 May scores 70/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Pyramids of Giza
The Great Pyramid of Khufu, its two neighbors and the Sphinx on the plateau's edge.
Khan el-Khalili
Medieval bazaar of lanterns, spices, brass and textiles in Islamic Cairo.
Why now A break from 94°F afternoons.
Zooba
Modern Egyptian street food: taameya, hawawshi and fiteer with fresh juices.
Why now Highs near 94°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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 May
- Petra & Wadi Musa in May~252 mi · highs 84°F, 0.2 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in May~253 mi · highs 89°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in May~283 mi · highs 93°F, 0.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amman in May~307 mi · highs 83°F, 0.2 in rain · 7°C (12°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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Cairo & Giza?
It's middling, scoring 70/100. The best months are November – April, at up to 100. Expect highs of 94°F (35°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Cairo & Giza in May?
Average highs are 94°F (35°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo & Giza in May?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 2.4 in (60 mm).
What should I pack for Cairo & Giza in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 94°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 64°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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