Pyramids of Giza Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Pyramids of Giza can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 37°C (99°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 21°C (70°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 23°C (73°F) in July to around 9°C (48°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Pyramids of Giza experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 24 mm (0.9 in) annually. Year-round, Pyramids of Giza has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, February, with 5.2 mm (0.2 in), and the driest month, June, with 0.1 mm (0 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Pyramids of Giza Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Pyramids of Giza. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.1 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 6.6 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Pyramids of Giza.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 61%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 46%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year