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Cairo in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Cairo in March and see if it is worth visiting.
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March

Weather in Cairo in March 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
For those searching for an ideal March holiday with excellent weather, Cairo is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +75°F. Expect about 23 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 4 mm of precipitation over 0 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+75°F
Avg. max. temperature
+41°F
Min.
+100°F
Max.
4 mm
Total precipitation
52%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cairo has great weather in March.

Average temperature in Cairo in March

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

Going from a maximum of +86°F during the day to a minimum of +45°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +70°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 22% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +84°F.

Is Cairo warm or cold in March?

Cairo is typically warm in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +70°F to +75°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +50°F to +54°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Cairo:

Climate in Cairo in March

Cairo weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+70°F+75°F+82°F
Min. temperature
+37°F+41°F+43°F
Max. temperature
+93°F+100°F+109°F
Rainfall
3 mm4 mm1 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
55%52%47%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
192324
Cloudy days
986
Rainy days
000
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as great as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +70°F to +75°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 3 mm to 4 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 55% to 52%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 19 to 23.

April brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 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 increasing during March, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Cairo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 4 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain. Cairo is amazing in March with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
March 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 0% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day. May, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Cairo?

This is the weather in Cairo in March 2023:
1 March
☀️
+76°F
2 March
☀️
+85°F
3 March
🌫️
+67°F
4 March
☀️
+67°F
5 March
☀️
+74°F
6 March
🌫️
+87°F
7 March
☁️
+73°F
8 March
☀️
+76°F
9 March
☀️
+73°F
10 March
☀️
+69°F
11 March
☁️
+60°F
12 March
☁️
+60°F
13 March
☁️
+60°F
14 March
☁️
+61°F
15 March
☁️
+60°F
16 March
☁️
+63°F
17 March
☀️
+65°F
18 March
☀️
+70°F
19 March
☁️
+69°F
20 March
☀️
+65°F
21 March
☁️
+63°F
22 March
🌫️
+63°F
23 March
☁️
+65°F
24 March
☀️
+63°F
25 March
☀️
+65°F
26 March
☀️
+72°F
27 March
☀️
+74°F
28 March
☀️
+72°F
29 March
☀️
+78°F
30 March
☀️
+81°F
31 March
☀️
+85°F
In March 2023 Cairo had 18 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 50%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 8%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 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 March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2022 (+70°F) and the highest in 2018 (+84°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Cairo in March:

Is March a good time to visit Cairo?

Yes, March 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 March?

March is warm in Cairo. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Cairo rainy in March?

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

Is it sunny in Cairo in March?

Yes, Cairo is sunny in March. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

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, 2022.

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.