City, Egypt
Alexandria weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Alexandria
Spring and autumn are mild. Jun–Sep is humid and crowded with Egyptian holidaymakers; Dec–Feb is cool, windy and rainy with rough seas.
Alexandria weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan18°23 mm
- Feb19°16 mm
- Mar22°9 mm
- Apr26°14 mm
- May29°1 mm
- Jun32°1 mm
- Jul34°1 mm
- Aug34°0 mm
- Sep32°0 mm
- Oct28°7 mm
- Nov24°13 mm
- Dec20°20 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C65°F | 10°C49°F | 23 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| February | 19°C67°F | 10°C50°F | 16 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| March | 22°C72°F | 11°C52°F | 9 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C78°F | 13°C56°F | 14 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| May | 29°C85°F | 17°C62°F | 1 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| June | 32°C90°F | 20°C68°F | 1 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| July | 34°C92°F | 22°C72°F | 1 mm | 62% | Hot |
| August | 34°C93°F | 23°C73°F | 0 mm | 63% | Hot |
| September | 32°C89°F | 22°C71°F | 0 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| October | 28°C83°F | 19°C66°F | 7 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| November | 24°C75°F | 16°C60°F | 13 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| December | 20°C68°F | 12°C54°F | 20 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
Best months across Egypt
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (39°C) |
| Luxor | Nov–Mar | Aug (42°C) |
| Hurghada | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (35°C) |
| Sharm El Sheikh | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (39°C) |
| Aswan | Nov–Mar | Aug (44°C) |
| Dahab | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (42°C) |
| Alexandria | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (34°C) |
| Giza | Feb–Mar, Oct–Dec | Jul (39°C) |
| Marsa Alam | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| El Gouna | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (35°C) |
| Siwa Oasis | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (38°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Alexandria?
Apr–May, Oct–Nov. Spring and autumn are mild. Jun–Sep is humid and crowded with Egyptian holidaymakers; Dec–Feb is cool, windy and rainy with rough seas.
When is the rainy season in Alexandria?
Rain peaks in January with about 23 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Alexandria?
August, with average highs of 34°C (93°F).
How cold does Alexandria get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 10°C (49°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- UK FCDO travel advice: Egypt
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.