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Cairo in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Cairo in February will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Cairo, based on historical data.
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February

Weather in Cairo in February 2025

Great Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
February is an ideal time to visit Cairo if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +70°F and about 18 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 3 mm of precipitation over an average of 3 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+70°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
3 mm
Total precipitation
56%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
18 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cairo has great weather in February.

Average temperature in Cairo in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Cairo for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +84°F during the day to a minimum of +46°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +66°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 52% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +64°F to +84°F.

Is Cairo warm or cold in February?

Cairo is typically mild in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +66°F to +70°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +48°F to +50°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

February is one of the coolest months in Cairo, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Cairo in February

Cairo weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+66°F+70°F+75°F
Min. temperature
+39°F+37°F+41°F
Max. temperature
+84°F+93°F+100°F
Rainfall
2 mm3 mm4 mm
Wind
2 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
60%56%53%
Air pressure
1018 HPa1016 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
191822
Cloudy days
986
Rainy days
332
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as great as in January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +66°F to +70°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 2 mm to 3 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 60% to 56%. Winds are stronger in comparison to January, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 19 sunny days in January to 18 in February.

March brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Cairo in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Cairo is gradually decreasing during February, going from 6 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Cairo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 7% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 3 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain. Cairo is amazing in February with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
February is one of the rainiest months in Cairo, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Cairo wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 6% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day. May, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Cairo?

This is the weather in Cairo in February 2023:
1 February
☀️
+65°F
2 February
☁️
+62°F
3 February
☀️
+65°F
4 February
☀️
+67°F
5 February
☁️
+69°F
6 February
☁️
+60°F
7 February
☁️
+61°F
8 February
☁️
+58°F
9 February
☀️
+60°F
10 February
☀️
+65°F
11 February
☀️
+63°F
12 February
☁️
+62°F
13 February
🌫️
+63°F
14 February
🌫️
+62°F
15 February
☁️
+63°F
16 February
☀️
+63°F
17 February
☁️
+65°F
18 February
☁️
+65°F
19 February
☀️
+70°F
20 February
☁️
+69°F
21 February
☀️
+68°F
22 February
☁️
+68°F
23 February
☁️
+67°F
24 February
☀️
+69°F
25 February
☀️
+70°F
26 February
☀️
+73°F
27 February
☀️
+81°F
28 February
🌫️
+85°F
In February 2023 Cairo had 13 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +66°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 57%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 18%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Cairo climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Cairo in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+80°F) and the highest in 2010 (+86°F). The driest year was 2003 with only 1 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 77 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Cairo in February:

Is February a good time to visit Cairo?

Yes, February is a great time to go to Cairo, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Cairo.

Can you sunbathe in Cairo in February?

February has mild temperatures in Cairo. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Cairo rainy in February?

Cairo is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Cairo in February?

The amount of sunny days in Cairo during February varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Egypt

Check out the weather for other cities in Egypt.

Monthly weather in Cairo

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Cairo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.