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Cairo in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Cairo in October 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
October is an ideal time to visit Cairo if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +86°F and about 26 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 0 mm of precipitation over an average of 1 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

☀️
+86°F
Avg. max. temperature
+54°F
Min.
+102°F
Max.
0 mm
Total precipitation
59%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
26 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cairo has great weather in October.

Average temperature in Cairo in October

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

Going from a maximum of +93°F during the day to a minimum of +66°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +88°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +88°F.

Is Cairo warm or cold in October?

Cairo is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +93°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +72°F to +66°F.

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

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

Climate in Cairo in October

Cairo weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+93°F+86°F+77°F
Min. temperature
+63°F+54°F+43°F
Max. temperature
+108°F+102°F+97°F
Rainfall
0 mm0 mm2 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
58%59%61%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1014 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
292622
Cloudy days
147
Rainy days
011
Snowy days
000

October often has better weather than September. It’s getting colder in October. From +93°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +86°F. The rainfall amount in October stays the same as in the previous month with a 0 mm of total precipitation. Humidity rises from 58% to 59%. Winds are calmer in comparison to September, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 29 sunny days in September to 26 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Cairo is gradually decreasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last October in Cairo?

This is the weather in Cairo in October 2023:
1 October
☁️
+89°F
2 October
☁️
+85°F
3 October
☁️
+87°F
4 October
☁️
+89°F
5 October
☀️
+90°F
6 October
☀️
+90°F
7 October
☀️
+87°F
8 October
☁️
+88°F
9 October
☀️
+89°F
10 October
☀️
+87°F
11 October
☁️
+86°F
12 October
☁️
+87°F
13 October
☁️
+86°F
14 October
☀️
+85°F
15 October
☀️
+86°F
16 October
☀️
+86°F
17 October
☀️
+85°F
18 October
☀️
+86°F
19 October
☀️
+87°F
20 October
☀️
+88°F
21 October
☀️
+86°F
22 October
☁️
+87°F
23 October
☀️
+89°F
24 October
🌫️
+89°F
25 October
☀️
+90°F
26 October
🌫️
+93°F
27 October
☁️
+88°F
28 October
☀️
+90°F
29 October
☀️
+91°F
30 October
☀️
+89°F
31 October
☁️
+88°F
In October 2023 Cairo had 18 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 62%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 32%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 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 October 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 October:

Is October a good time to visit Cairo?

Yes, October 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 October?

October 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 October?

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

Is it sunny in Cairo in October?

Yes, Cairo is sunny in October. 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, 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.