Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Cairo & Giza in September
Cairo & Giza cools off: highs slip to 97°F (36°C), from 102°F in August, with lows of 69°F (20°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 64/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 97°F (36°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (20°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 50%
- Cloud cover
- 14%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 10 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What September feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 97°F (36°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
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: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 14%.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are November – April.
- Comfort improves from 60/100 in August to 64/100.
- Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 97°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 69°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cairo & Giza in September
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 September scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Saqqara
Necropolis with Djoser's Step Pyramid, Egypt's oldest, and painted tombs.
Abou Tarek
Downtown koshary specialist serving Egypt's lentil, rice and pasta dish since 1950.
Why now A break from 97°F afternoons.
Zooba
Modern Egyptian street food: taameya, hawawshi and fiteer with fresh juices.
Why now Highs near 97°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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 September
- Petra & Wadi Musa in September~252 mi · highs 89°F, 0.0 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in September~253 mi · highs 94°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in September~283 mi · highs 97°F, 0.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amman in September~307 mi · highs 88°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (9°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Cairo & Giza?
It's middling, scoring 64/100. The best months are November – April, at up to 100. Expect highs of 97°F (36°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Cairo & Giza in September?
Average highs are 97°F (36°C) and average lows 69°F (20°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cairo & Giza in September?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 2.4 in (60 mm).
What should I pack for Cairo & Giza in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 97°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 69°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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