Cairo weather in December (Cairo Governate, Egypt)
Curious about the December weather in Cairo? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In Cairo the weather in December is generally perfect, with high temperatures and almost no rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 22°C. But by evening, they drop to around 11°C.
Cairo in December usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 3 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 3 days of rain.
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 198 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the better months to visit Cairo. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cairo climate page with graphs.
Cairo, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
11°C
Max Temperature
22°C
Chance of Rain
9%
Precipitation
3 mm
Rainy days
3 days
Humidity
61%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
198 hours
Percentage Sunshine
62%
Where to go in Egypt in December
Find out more about the weather in Egypt in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Cairo in December?
For visitors traveling to Cairo, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
Interested in more climate information?
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