When to go to Giza
Oct–Apr is cooler; Dec–Feb is chilly at night. May–Sep is very hot, with Jul–Aug above 35°C. Spring brings dusty khamsin winds.
Giza weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan19°8 mm
- Feb21°7 mm
- Mar26°7 mm
- Apr30°9 mm
- May35°0 mm
- Jun38°0 mm
- Jul39°0 mm
- Aug39°0 mm
- Sep36°0 mm
- Oct31°5 mm
- Nov26°17 mm
- Dec21°7 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C66°F | 7°C44°F | 8 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| February | 21°C70°F | 8°C46°F | 7 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| March | 26°C78°F | 10°C50°F | 7 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| April | 30°C86°F | 13°C56°F | 9 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
| May | 35°C94°F | 18°C64°F | 0 mm | 40% | Hot |
| June | 38°C100°F | 20°C69°F | 0 mm | 40% | Very hot |
| July | 39°C103°F | 22°C72°F | 0 mm | 42% | Very hot |
| August | 39°C102°F | 22°C72°F | 0 mm | 45% | Very hot |
| September | 36°C97°F | 20°C69°F | 0 mm | 50% | Very hot |
| October | 31°C88°F | 18°C64°F | 5 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C78°F | 13°C56°F | 17 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| December | 21°C69°F | 9°C48°F | 7 mm | 62% | 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 Giza?
Feb–Mar, Oct–Dec. Oct–Apr is cooler; Dec–Feb is chilly at night. May–Sep is very hot, with Jul–Aug above 35°C. Spring brings dusty khamsin winds.
When is the rainy season in Giza?
Rain peaks in November with about 17 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Giza?
July, with average highs of 39°C (103°F).
How cold does Giza get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 7°C (44°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities
- Grand Egyptian Museum
- Egyptian Streets: metro fares from 27 March 2026
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. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.