Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Cairo & Giza in November
The year's rain peaks now, with about 0.7 in (17 mm) falling in Cairo & Giza, alongside highs near 78°F (26°C) and lows of 56°F (13°C).
November opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 100/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 56°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (17 mm)
- Humidity
- 59%
- Cloud cover
- 31%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 100/100 · Great
What November feels like
Warm afternoons near 78°F (26°C) make long days outdoors easy.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (17 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 31%.
Plan around November
November is one of Cairo & Giza's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: December highs fall to 69°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: November – April.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 6°C (10°F) from October.
- Comfort improves from 83/100 in October to 100/100.
- November sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 56°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cairo & Giza in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Cairo Citadel
Saladin's fortress, home to the Muhammad Ali Mosque and city-wide views.
Al-Muizz Street
Pedestrian street lined with Fatimid and Mamluk mosques, madrasas and minarets.
Why now November scores 100/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Khan el-Khalili
Medieval bazaar of lanterns, spices, brass and textiles in Islamic Cairo.
Zooba
Modern Egyptian street food: taameya, hawawshi and fiteer with fresh juices.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 0.7 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.
Nearby in November
- Petra & Wadi Musa in November~252 mi · highs 69°F, 0.6 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in November~253 mi · highs 71°F, 0.2 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in November~283 mi · highs 78°F, 0.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amman in November~307 mi · highs 68°F, 1.1 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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Cairo & Giza?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 100/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain. November is inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
How hot is Cairo & Giza in November?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 56°F (13°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo & Giza in November?
Not much: about 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 2.4 in (60 mm).
What should I pack for Cairo & Giza in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 56°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Cairo & Giza
Routes in season in November
- Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile Oct – Apr
Planning Cairo & Giza in November?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.